The Liberal Arts Tradition: A Documentary History

"Indispensable both for its historical depth and its broad range of diverse views on the history - and the future - of liberal education." --Herman Sinaiko, professor in the humanities, University of Chicago

"Essential reading for anyone interested in clarifying the notion of liberal education in the modern university." --Phillip Sloan, professor of liberal studies, University of Notre Dame

"Kimball knows this territory exceedingly well and has succeeded here in bringing together a rich collection of sources, thoughtfully selected and interestingly juxtaposed. A timely and most valuable contribution." --Francis C. Oakley, president emeritus, Williams College

"Absolutely indispensable both to the study and the revival of liberal education. There is nothing like it presently available." --Eva Brann, St. John's College, Annapolis