Harvard, then and now
In his poem “Little Gidding,” T.S. Eliot, Class of 1909, wasn’t talking about Harvard when he wrote “We shall not cease from exploration / And the end of all our exploring / Will be to arrive where we started / And know the place for the first time.” But the sentiment behind his verse serves as a perfect leitmotif for the book “Explore Harvard.” Published to commemorate Harvard’s 375th anniversary, “Explore Harvard,” a collection of contemporary and historical photographs, showcases the myriad intellectual exchanges that make the University one of the world’s leading institutions of higher education. “We wanted to gather together a collection of images that touched on the University’s past, but also showcased the present-day face of Harvard,” said Christine Heenan, vice president for Harvard Public Affairs & Communications. “This volume shows the incredible reach of the institution, from students immersed in the arts to researchers at work around the...