SPOONER (William A., 1844-1930, Theologian & Educationalist, Originator of the ‘Spoonerism’)

Autograph Note Signed to an unnamed recipient recommending “my pupil W. E. K. Cook as a proper person to be admitted to the privilege of using the Codringon Library...”, 1 side 8vo., New College, 20th February

Spooner remained at New College for more than sixty years, serving as fellow (1867), lecturer (1868), tutor (1869), dean (1876–1889) and warden (1903–1924).re He lectured on ancient history, divinity and philosophy (especially on Aristotle's ethics).

Item Date:  1879

Stock No:  42540      £75

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