Deze auteur verdiept zich in de Engelse en Amerikaanse roman, evenals in satire. Zijn werk verkent de rijke geschiedenis en evolutie van universitair vervolgonderwijs, waarbij institutionele ontwikkeling binnen academische tradities wordt onderzocht. Shinagels benadering omvat een nauwgezette studie van literaire werken en onderwijsstructuren, waardoor lezers inzicht krijgen in het intellectuele landschap. Zijn geschriften benadrukken het belang van levenslang leren en de impact ervan op de vorming van de academische sfeer.
"The young Robinson Crusoe ignores his father's advice and decides to become a sailor. But Crusoe is soon caught up in violent storms and finds himself shipwrecked on a remote island. He will have to live on this island for the next twenty-eight years"--Back cover note
Exploring the intersection of literature and social class, this work delves into the life and writings of Daniel Defoe, highlighting his influence on middle-class gentility in early 18th-century England. It examines how Defoe's narratives reflect and shape the values, aspirations, and challenges of the emerging middle class, offering insights into the cultural and economic shifts of the time. Through a critical lens, the book reveals the complexities of identity and social mobility in Defoe's era.
A Personal History of the Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement
The book offers a unique insider's perspective on the Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement (HILR), detailing its founding by Dean Michael Shinagel in 1977 and its growth into a prestigious institution. Shinagel, who served as dean for an unprecedented duration, reflects on the evolution of HILR and its status as a national model for learning programs for retirees. His rejoining the institute as a member in 2019 underscores his enduring connection to its mission and legacy.