Colleges in America

"Colleges in America" by John Marshall Barker is a compelling exploration of the historical development and importance of colleges in the United States. Barker looks at the journey of American colleges from their beginnings, describing their vital roles and how they've grown over time. He brings to light the deep-seated Christian values that shaped these institutions and their mission to boost ethical and intellectual growth within the developing society. The book starts by exploring the historical background of higher education and shows how Christianity influenced the setting up of early American colleges like Harvard and Yale. It shows how the colonists aimed to create places of learning that promoted moral strength, academic knowledge, and a sense of duty to the community, as well as to train powerful leaders for the emerging nation.