In Cap And Gown - Charles Whibley - Bog

In Cap And Gown: Three Centuries Of Cambridge Wit is a book written by Charles Whibley and published in 1889. The book is a collection of humorous and witty anecdotes, stories, and sayings from the University of Cambridge, one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world. The book covers three centuries of Cambridge wit, from the 17th to the 19th century, and includes contributions from some of the most famous and influential figures in British history, such as Isaac Newton, Samuel Johnson, and Charles Darwin. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of Cambridge life, such as the college system, the curriculum, and the social scene. The book is a fascinating insight into the wit and humor of one of the world's greatest universities, and is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, literature, or culture.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.