Marking the college's 250th anniversary, McCaughey (history, Barnard College) writes a history of one of New York City's most venerable educational institution a history that intertwined more than most colleges with that of the city in which it is situated. As well as exploring the college's development as an institution and its programs, he discusses its graduates and faculty and their contributions to American intellectual life. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)