Reminiscences Of Prior Park (1894)

Reminiscences of Prior Park is a book written by James Shepherd and published in 1894. The book is a memoir of the author's time spent at Prior Park, a grand Georgian mansion located in Bath, England. Shepherd was a former student and later a teacher at Prior Park College, a Catholic boarding school that was housed in the mansion from 1830 to 1856. The book is a collection of anecdotes, stories, and reflections on life at Prior Park during the mid-19th century. Shepherd describes the daily routine of the students, the academic curriculum, and the religious practices that were central to life at the school. He also provides insights into the personalities of the school's founders and teachers, including the Catholic bishop William Bernard Ullathorne and the school's headmaster, Father John Moore. In addition to his recollections of Prior Park, Shepherd also includes descriptions of life in Bath during the Victorian era. He writes about the city's social scene, its architecture and landmarks, and the various activities that were popular among its residents. Overall, Reminiscences of Prior Park provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of a 19th-century Catholic boarding school and the broader society in which it was situated. The book is a valuable resource for historians, educators, and anyone interested in the history of education or Victorian England.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.