Century Of The Phoenix Common Room: Brasenose College, Oxford, 1786-1886 (1888)

A Century Of The Phoenix Common Room: Brasenose College, Oxford, 1786-1886 is a historical book written by Falconer Madan and published in 1888. The book is a detailed account of the Phoenix Common Room at Brasenose College, Oxford, from its establishment in 1786 to its first century of existence in 1886. The Phoenix Common Room was a social and intellectual hub for the college's students, fellows, and alumni, and this book provides an insight into the daily life and activities of the members of the room during the 19th century. The author has extensively researched the archives and records of the college to provide an accurate and comprehensive account of the Phoenix Common Room. The book also includes biographical sketches of some of the prominent members of the room, including poets, writers, scholars, and politicians. Overall, A Century Of The Phoenix Common Room is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Oxford University, British social history, and the intellectual and cultural life of the 19th century.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.