Oxford And The Rhodes Scholarships (1907)

By Stanley Kuhl Hornbeck, Richard Frederick Scholz, R. F Scholz

Book Overview

Oxford and the Rhodes Scholarships is a historical account of the establishment and evolution of the Rhodes Scholarships program at the University of Oxford. Written by Richard Frederick Scholz and originally published in 1907, the book provides a detailed examination of the life and legacy of Cecil Rhodes, the British colonialist and mining magnate who founded the scholarships in 1902. Scholz explores the motivations behind Rhodes' creation of the scholarships, which were designed to bring outstanding students from around the world to study at Oxford and foster international understanding and cooperation. The book traces the early years of the program, from its inception to the first group of scholars who arrived at Oxford in 1904. Scholz also provides an in-depth look at the selection process for Rhodes Scholars, which involves a rigorous application and interview process. He describes the criteria used to select scholars, including academic achievement, leadership potential, and a commitment to public service. Throughout the book, Scholz highlights the experiences of individual Rhodes Scholars, sharing their stories of academic and personal growth at Oxford and beyond. He also discusses the impact of the scholarships on the broader world, including the role that Rhodes Scholars have played in shaping international relations and promoting social justice. Overall, Oxford and the Rhodes Scholarships is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most prestigious academic programs in the world. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Oxford University and the vision of Cecil Rhodes, as well as the experiences of the scholars who have been selected to participate in the program over the past century.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: 1164866281
• ISBN13: 9781164866282
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"