The Book Of Rugby School: Its History And Its Daily Life (1856)

By Edward Meyrick Goulburn

Book Overview

The Book of Rugby School: Its History and Its Daily Life is a historical account of one of England's most prestigious boarding schools, Rugby School, written by Edward Meyrick Goulburn in 1856. The book provides an in-depth look at the school's origins, its growth and development over the years, and its daily routines and traditions. Goulburn, an alumnus of the school and a prominent Anglican clergyman, offers a detailed analysis of Rugby's educational philosophy, its curriculum, and its unique character as a center of learning and culture. He also includes anecdotes and personal reflections on his own experiences as a student at the school. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education in England, the development of the boarding school system, and the cultural and social life of the Victorian era.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: 1437095798
• ISBN13: 9781437095791
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"