The Book of Trinity College Dublin 1591-1891 by Ireland) Trinity College (Dublin
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"The Book of Trinity College Dublin 1591-1891" is a historical account that commemorates the establishment and evolution of Trinity College Dublin over three centuries, through to the time of its Tercentenary Celebration in the late 19th century. It seeks to capture significant events, notable figures, and the architecture of the college, reflecting on its role as a premier educational institution in Ireland. The opening of the book provides an overview of the
college's founding and outlines the green-lit efforts by influential figures of the Elizabethan era, particularly Queen Elizabeth I and local Dublin citizens, who sought to establish a university to educate the youth of Ireland. It notes the involvement of notable individuals such as Archbishop Adam Loftus and the challenges encountered in securing support and resources for the college’s foundation. The text highlights the historical context of the college's inception, illustrating both the local and political dynamics that influenced its trajectory. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Creator | Trinity College (Dublin, Ireland) |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02023173 |
| Title | The Book of Trinity College Dublin 1591-1891 |
| Credits |
Produced by ellinora, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LF: Education: Individual institutions: Europe |
| Subject | Trinity College (Dublin, Ireland) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61000 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1477 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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