Hidden Magdalen
Hidden Magdalen by Richard Sheppard, published by Magdalen College in 2008, is a first edition that spans 227 pages. This book presents a unique collection of objects gathered by Magdalen College over its 550-year history, showcasing an eclectic array of items that reflect the institution’s rich heritage. The narrative explores various aspects of the College, including significant documents, notable buildings, influential people, and intriguing artefacts.
Readers will discover a diverse range of topics within the pages, from Cardinal Wolsey’s lectionary to Oscar Wilde’s matriculation form, as well as President Routh’s fossilized wig. The book delves into the bequests, gifts, and purchases that have contributed to the College’s legacy, alongside its library and memorabilia related to science and sports. Hidden Magdalen offers an insightful look into the lasting traces of the lives intertwined with the College, making it a valuable resource for those interested in education and the history of higher learning.
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Hidden Magdalen celebrates a collection that is unique to Magdalen College: the eclectic, even eccentric group of objects that the College has gathered over the years. … From Cardinal Wolsey’s lectionary, to Oscar Wilde’s matriculation form and President Routh’s fossilised wig, … they represent lasting traces of the lives that the College has brought together over the past 550 years (dust jacket).Contents: The documents–The buildings–The people–The artefacts–The bequests–The gifts–The purchases–The library–The science memorabilia–The sporting memorabilia.
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