9781333907631 - The Riot at the Great Gate of Trinity College, February 1610-11 (Classic Reprint) de Clark, John Willis (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a meticulously crafted record of a raucous riot that erupted in 1610 at the hallowed halls of Trinity College, Cambridge. Chronicled in vivid detail, this historical account transports readers back to a time of high jinks and rowdy revelry at one of England's most prestigious universities. The author, a keen observer and meticulous note-taker, provides an immersive glimpse into the tumultuous events of February 1610, when a seemingly harmless comedy performance spiraled into a full-blown riot. The narrative unfolds with captivating immediacy, capturing the tension and chaos as students from Trinity and St Johns Colleges clashed, transforming the university grounds into a battleground of pranks, physical altercations, and escalating violence. This historical gem offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of these young scholars, their customs, and the often-turbulent atmosphere of university life in the early 17th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.