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100 1 _aHome, Gordon,
_d1878-1969
245 1 0 _aCambridge
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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490 1 _aBeautiful Britain
500 _aRelease date is 2004-07-08
508 _aE-text prepared by Ted Garner, Keith M. Eckrich, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Cambridge" by Gordon Home is a historical account of the university and town of Cambridge, written in the early 20th century. This book offers a detailed exploration of Cambridge's architectural heritage, the evolution of its colleges, and the significant events that shaped its scholarly atmosphere. The likely topic revolves around the historical significance, the academic institutions, and the architectural marvels of one of the world's premier educational establishments. In "Cambridge," Gordon Home delves into the town's rich history, starting from its Roman roots and tracing its development through the medieval period to its establishment as a leading university city. The text highlights the founding of notable colleges such as Peterhouse, King's College, and Trinity College, providing insights into their architectural features and the prominent figures associated with them, including Lady Margaret Beaufort and Henry VI. Home compares Cambridge to Oxford, emphasizing the unique charm and serene atmosphere of the former, while also detailing the various churches and public edifices, including the University Library and Senate House, that contribute to the university's identity. Through vivid descriptions and historical anecdotes, Home paints a comprehensive picture of Cambridge's evolution as an academic hub, attracting scholars from across the globe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aUniversity of Cambridge
653 _aCambridge (England) -- Description and travel
830 0 _aBeautiful Britain
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12857
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