College (Second Edition)

In this audiobook narrated by Christopher Ragland, cultural critic Andrew Delbanco explores the evolution, strengths, and challenges of the American college system, emphasizing the importance of a broad, humanistic education. He offers a historical perspective on how colleges emerged and expanded in the United States, and why access to a comprehensive liberal education remains vital to democracy. Delbanco also discusses the current trends toward commercialization and preprofessional training, highlighting the need to preserve higher education as a democratic and inclusive institution for future generations.