The importance of elevating the intellectual spirit of the nation
The position and duties of the educated men of the country
The true idea of the university, and its relation to a complete system of public instruction
California: the historical significance of its acquisition
The providence of God the genius of human history
Young America: the true idea of progress
The destination of the human race
Remarks on Mr. Bancroft's oration on human progress
President making: three letters to the Hon. Josiah Quincy
Appendix: Corruption, violence, and abuse of suffrage.