Ceremonies of the University of Cambridge

Klappentext This historical publication of 1926 outlines the key points of note regarding Cambridge ceremonies! distinguished posts! traditions and dress. Zusammenfassung Covering topics including the Chancellor! matriculation! University costume! processions! University discipline and the University motto! H. P. Stokes addresses points of etiquette! historical origins and important personnel in describing Cambridge University's traditional! sometimes esoteric! ceremonies. This 1926 book is illustrated throughout with historical photographs. Inhaltsverzeichnis Prefatory note; 1. The Chancellor; 2. The Vice-Chancellor; 3. The Registrary; 4. The proctors; 5. The Esquire Bedells; 6. Matriculation; 7. Congregations and graces; 8. Degrees; 9. Commencement day; 10. Insignia doctoralia; 11. Honorary degrees; 12. University costume; 13. Processions; 14. The presentation of an address to H. M.; 15. The bidding prayer; 16. University sermons; 17. The Orator; 18. The High Steward; 19. Representation in parliament; 20. The commissary; 21. University discipline; 22. H. M. Judges and Trinity College; 23. The admission of the newly elected; 24. Commemoration of benefactors; 25. The University and college chests; 26. Obsolete officers; 27. The University and Stourbridge Fair; 28. The University arms; 29. The University motto; Index.

Product details

• Authors: H. P. Stokes, H.p. Stokes
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 20.07.2009
• EAN: 9781108002325
• ISBN: 978-1-108-00232-5
• No. of pages: 128
• Series: Cambridge Library Collection -
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Regional and national histories; Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous