The Cambridge Senate Before Whitgift's Statutes And The University Bill Of 1855

This fascinating work explores the history of the University of Cambridge during a crucial period of transformation. With detailed analysis of the statutes passed by Archbishop John Whitgift and the reforms set in motion by the 1855 University Bill, Joseph Edleston illuminates the social and political forces that shaped the character of this venerable institution. This volume is an essential resource for historians of higher education and for anyone interested in the intellectual and cultural history of England.

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