""History of Higher Education of Women in the South: Prior to 1860"" is a book written by Isabella Margaret Elizabeth Blandin and first published in 1909. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of higher education for women in the Southern United States prior to the Civil War. Blandin explores the various institutions that were established for women's education during this time period, including academies, seminaries, and colleges. She also discusses the challenges that women faced in pursuing higher education, such as social and cultural barriers, as well as the limited opportunities available to them. The book is based on extensive research and provides a detailed analysis of the educational landscape for women in the South during the 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of women's education in the United States and the struggle for gender equality in 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.