The Pioneer School chronicles the fascinating history of Shurtleff College, the oldest college west of the Mississippi. De Blois takes readers on a journey through the institution's foundation, growth, and eventual closure, offering insight into the broader educational landscape of the American West during the 19th century. This book is a must-read for history buffs and anyone interested in the evolution of higher education in the United States. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.