Publisher's Synopsis
The History and Antiquities of the University of Oxford, in Two Books V1 is a comprehensive historical account of the University of Oxford, written by Anthony Wood and originally published in 1792. This book is the first volume of a two-volume set and covers the history of the university from its founding in the 12th century up until the early modern period.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a detailed history of the university, including its founding, early development, and growth over the centuries. This section also covers the various colleges and faculties that make up the university, as well as the notable figures who have studied or taught there.The second part of the book focuses on the antiquities of the university, including its architecture, art, and other historical artifacts. This section includes detailed descriptions of the university's buildings, monuments, and other landmarks, as well as an exploration of the university's rich cultural and intellectual heritage.Throughout the book, Wood draws on a wide range of historical sources to provide a detailed and engaging account of the University of Oxford's history and culture. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of one of the world's oldest and most prestigious universities.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.
