Etoniana, Ancient And Modern: Being Notes Of The History And Traditions Of Eton College (1865)

By William Lucas Collins

Book Overview

Etoniana, Ancient and Modern: Being Notes of the History and Traditions of Eton College is a book written by William Lucas Collins and published in 1865. The book is a comprehensive account of the history and traditions of Eton College, one of the most prestigious and well-known schools in England. The author provides detailed information on the founding of the school, its early years, and its development over time. He also discusses the various traditions and customs associated with the school, including its famous sporting events, such as the Eton Wall Game and the Eton College Cricket Match. The book is filled with anecdotes and stories about famous alumni, including politicians, writers, and other notable figures. Overall, Etoniana, Ancient and Modern provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of one of England's most renowned educational institutions.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: 1164638521
• ISBN13: 9781164638520
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"