The Historically Received Conception Of The University: Considered With Especial Reference To Oxford (1857)

By Edward Kirkpatrick

Book Overview

""The Historically Received Conception Of The University: Considered With Especial Reference To Oxford"" is a book written by Edward Kirkpatrick and published in 1857. The book explores the concept of the university, with a particular focus on the historical understanding of this institution. Kirkpatrick examines the role of the university in society, its relationship to other educational institutions, and the key features that have traditionally been associated with universities. The book is especially concerned with the history and development of the University of Oxford, and considers how this institution embodies the historically received conception of the university. Kirkpatrick's work provides a valuable insight into the history and philosophy of higher education, and is of interest to anyone interested in the evolution of universities and their role in society.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: 1165114119
• ISBN13: 9781165114115
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"