Publisher's Synopsis
William of Wykcham and His Colleges is a book written by Mackenzie E. C. Walcott that explores the life and legacy of William of Wykcham, a prominent figure in medieval England. The book focuses on Wykcham's founding of two colleges, New College in Oxford and Winchester College in Winchester, and the impact these institutions had on education and society during the 14th century. Walcott delves into Wykcham's background, his rise to power, and his motivations for establishing these colleges. The book also provides a detailed history of the colleges themselves, including their architecture, curriculum, and traditions. Through meticulous research and analysis, Walcott paints a vivid picture of this fascinating period in English history and the enduring legacy of William of Wykcham's visionary educational institutions.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.
