The Rise of Universities

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Exploring the origins of the university during the Middle Ages, this book presents three lectures by Charles Homer Haskins, detailing the evolution of higher education's structures, customs, and participants. With insights into the roles of medieval professors and students, Haskins combines expertise with wit, revealing how many ancient practices resonate with contemporary university culture. This work solidifies Haskins' status as a significant medieval historian, offering a fascinating glimpse into the formative years of academic institutions.