The Life Of William Of Wykeham (1890)

The Life of William of Wykeham is a biographical book written by Augusta Theodosia Drane in 1890. The book chronicles the life of William of Wykeham, who was a prominent figure in medieval England. Wykeham was a bishop, a chancellor, and the founder of New College, Oxford, and Winchester College. The book provides a detailed account of Wykeham's life, including his early years, his education, his rise to power, and his many accomplishments. Drane's book also explores the political and social context of Wykeham's life, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities he faced as a powerful figure in medieval England. The Life of William of Wykeham is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of England's most important historical figures.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.