Five Years in an English University

Bristed, Charles Astor. Five Years in an English University. New York: G. P. Putnam & Co., 1852. Second edition. Octavo. x, 441 (1)pp. Original brown cloth with blind-stamped emblem on cover and gilt-stamped lettering on spine. Brown endpapers. An introduction to life and education at English Universities using the example of Cambridge. Thorough account on life on Cambridge campus, including chapters on “Cantab Language,” the boat race, a Trinity Supper Party, examinations, etc. Binding rubbed, heavily on back cover with some small abrasions. Previous owner’s name inked to half-title and title page. Light foxing on first and last few pages. Age toning along edges of block. Binding in overall fair to good-, interior in good condition. fair to g. Hardcover. (41720) $65