The Attack Upon The University Of Oxford - William Sewell - Bog

""The Attack Upon The University Of Oxford: In A Letter To Earl Grey"" is a book written by William Sewell in 1834. The book is a detailed account of the attack that was made on the University of Oxford by the government of the day. Sewell's book is written in the form of a letter to Earl Grey, the then-Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The book covers a range of topics related to the attack, including the reasons behind the attack, the impact it had on the University of Oxford, and the response of the academic community to the attack. Sewell also provides a historical context for the attack, discussing the long-standing relationship between the University of Oxford and the government, and the role of the university in shaping British society. Throughout the book, Sewell argues passionately in defense of the University of Oxford, and the importance of academic freedom and independence. He highlights the ways in which the attack on the university was a threat to these values, and calls on the government to reconsider its actions. Overall, ""The Attack Upon The University Of Oxford"" is a powerful and thought-provoking book that provides a fascinating insight into a key moment in the history of British higher education. It is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of the University of Oxford, academic freedom, or the relationship between universities and the government.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.