College Recollections (1825)

By Samuel O'Sullivan

Book Overview

College Recollections is a memoir written by Samuel O'Sullivan in 1825. The book is a personal account of O'Sullivan's experiences as a student at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. The author provides a detailed description of the daily life of a college student in the early 19th century, including the academic curriculum, social activities, and extracurricular pursuits.O'Sullivan's recollections are written in a conversational and engaging style, providing readers with a glimpse into the world of higher education during this time period. The author also shares his personal opinions on various topics, including the quality of the education he received and the social hierarchy among students.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of college life, such as the library, the debating society, and the annual boat race. O'Sullivan also includes anecdotes and stories about his fellow students and professors, adding a personal touch to the narrative.Overall, College Recollections is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the experiences of a college student in the early 19th century. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of education or the social history of Ireland.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: 1164608576
• ISBN13: 9781164608578
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"