History of the University of Edinburgh From its Foundation

A comprehensive history of the University of Edinburgh from its establishment in the sixteenth century to the present day. The book covers the university's founding, early growth, major figures and events, and its influence on Scotland and the world. Written by a team of scholars and historians, this volume is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of education and the Scottish Enlightenment.
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