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Frank Rhodes: A Memoir

by George Thomas Hutchinson
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781432638764
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 200
  • Original Price: USD 26.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 300 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Diaries & Journals

""Frank Rhodes: A Memoir"" is a biographical account of the life and achievements of Frank Rhodes, a renowned British academic and university administrator. Written by George Thomas Hutchinson, this book provides a comprehensive overview of Rhodes' early life, education, and career, highlighting his contributions to the field of geology and his leadership roles at various universities.The book begins by detailing Rhodes' childhood in South Africa, where he developed a keen interest in the natural world and geology. It then follows his academic journey, from his undergraduate studies at the University of Cape Town to his doctoral research at Oxford University. The author also explores Rhodes' early career as a geologist, including his work in Canada and Africa.The second half of the book focuses on Rhodes' administrative roles at various universities, including his tenure as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Newcastle upon Tyne and his transformative leadership at Cornell University. The author describes Rhodes' management style and his efforts to modernize higher education, emphasizing his commitment to diversity, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.Overall, ""Frank Rhodes: A Memoir"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a remarkable academic and administrator, highlighting his many achievements and contributions to the world of higher education.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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