University Of King's College / University Of King’s College
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
Kálamo Books
Librería Perelló (Valencia)
Librería Elías (Asturias)
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Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
The Origin, History, and Management of the University of King’s College, Toronto is a historical account of the establishment, growth, and administration of one of Canada’s oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher learning. Written in 1844 by the University of King’s College itself, the book provides a detailed overview of the university’s founding, its early struggles and successes, and its evolution into a leading center of scholarship and culture in Canada.The book begins with a brief history of the university’s founding in 1789 by the Church of England as a way to provide education and training for the clergy in the British colonies of North America. It then traces the university’s early years, including its relocation to Toronto in 1843, and its role in shaping the intellectual and cultural life of the city and the country.The book also provides a detailed description of the university’s curriculum, which included a broad range of subjects in the arts, sciences, and theology, and its unique system of governance, which was based on the principles of the British university system.Throughout the book, the authors emphasize the importance of the university’s commitment to academic excellence, religious and moral values, and the development of a well-rounded education that would prepare students for leadership roles in society.Overall, The Origin, History, and Management of the University of King’s College, Toronto is a fascinating and informative account of the early years of one of Canada’s most important institutions of higher learning, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education in Canada.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.
