A Short History Of Newnham College, Cambridge (1921) - Alice Gardner - Bog

""A Short History of Newnham College, Cambridge"" is a book written by Alice Gardner in 1921. The book provides a detailed account of the founding and development of Newnham College, one of the first colleges in Cambridge University established specifically for women. Gardner traces the history of the college from its inception in 1871 to the time of publication, highlighting the struggles and achievements of the women who fought for access to higher education. The book covers a range of topics, including the curriculum, the social life of the students, the role of the college in the suffrage movement, and the impact of World War I on the institution. Gardner's work is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of women's education and the fight for gender equality in academia.""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.