London Higher

This volume of historical essays explores the full ramifications of the beginnings and development of the various branches of higher education in the area of London. It discusses: the contributions of the London County Council and the City of London; the economic and social context; questions of funding, class and gender; the polytechnics, teacher training, university extension, technical and scientific education; and the arts. This book will be an important contribution both to the history of London and the history of higher education on the UK.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B002DZZ00U
• ISBN13: 9780485115246
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: Athlone Press
• Length: 338 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 5.4" x 8.8"