Memoir Of Richard Busby, 1606-1695

Memoir of Richard Busby, 1606-1695: With Some Account of Westminster School in the Seventeenth Century is a historical book written by George Fisher Russell Barker in 1895. The book is a memoir of Richard Busby, who was a renowned English scholar and headmaster of Westminster School from 1638 to 1695. The book provides a detailed account of Busby's life, including his early education, his time as a student at Westminster School, and his eventual appointment as headmaster. The author also provides insights into Busby's teaching methods, which were known for their rigor and discipline. In addition to Busby's life, the book also offers a glimpse into the educational system of the seventeenth century. The author discusses the curriculum of Westminster School during Busby's tenure, as well as the various challenges that the school faced during this time. Overall, Memoir of Richard Busby, 1606-1695: With Some Account of Westminster School in the Seventeenth Century is a fascinating historical account that sheds light on the life of a remarkable individual and the educational system of a bygone era.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.