Balliol College (1899)

By H.W. Carless Davis

Book Overview

Balliol College (1899) is a historical book written by Henry William Carless Davis, which provides a detailed account of the history and development of Balliol College, one of the oldest and most prestigious colleges of the University of Oxford. The book covers the period from the origins of the college in the 13th century to the end of the 19th century, tracing the evolution of the college's academic, social, and political life, as well as its architecture and physical surroundings. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including college records, manuscripts, and personal accounts, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of the college's history. The book is richly illustrated with photographs, maps, and other visual materials, which help to bring the story of Balliol College to life. Overall, Balliol College (1899) is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Oxford University and the development of higher education in England.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164584081
• ISBN13: 9781164584087
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"