The University of Cambridge in the Eighteenth Century by Denys Arthur Winstanley

Description: The University of Cambridge in the Eighteenth Century by Denys Arthur Winstanley Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description This 1922 book explores the close ties between the academic and political worlds during the Duke of Newcastles chancellorship of the university in the mid-eighteenth century. Using sources including the Dukes own records, the author describes the workings of the university and assesses the Chancellors contribution to its development. Publisher Description In this 1922 book, the first of four on the history of Cambridge in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, D.A. Winstanley, a Fellow of Trinity College and leading historiographer, explored the close ties between the academic and political worlds in the mid-eighteenth century. The book focuses on the role and achievements of the Duke of Newcastle, a Whig politician, as Chancellor of the University during the period 1748 to 1768. It makes extensive use of primary sources including the Dukes own records, which provide valuable documentation not only about his own activities but also about wider issues. Winstanley gives a detailed account of the inner working structures of the university and the colleges, introduces some of the most significant Cambridge personalities, and assesses the Dukes contribution to the universitys development. His book remains of lasting interest to historians of education and the university. Details ISBN 1108002269 ISBN-13 9781108002264 Title The University of Cambridge in the Eighteenth Century Author Denys Arthur Winstanley Format Paperback Year 2009 Pages 372 Publisher Cambridge University Press GE_Item_ID:22790618; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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