Durham University: Earlier Foundations And Present Colleges is a historical account of the origins and development of Durham University, written by Joseph Thomas Fowler and published in 1904. The book provides a detailed overview of the university's history, from its earliest foundations in the medieval period to its present-day colleges and academic programs. Fowler examines the various factors that contributed to the university's growth and success, including its close ties to the Church of England and the support of local benefactors. He also explores the challenges that the university faced over the years, including financial difficulties and political controversies. Throughout the book, Fowler offers insights into the social and cultural context of the university's development, providing readers with a rich and informative portrait of this important institution. Overall, Durham University: Earlier Foundations And Present Colleges is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of higher education in 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.