Third Millennium Publishing, 2011. Hardcover. New oversized hardcover in a new dust jacket. Pages are clean and free of marks or underlining. (10 x 1 x 11.75 inches) Includes an index, high-quality photos, a CD, and illustrations. 272 pp.

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ISBN: 9781906507312

Now in its fifth century since re-foundation by Henry VIII,
Trinity reigns supreme as the largest and wealthiest of the
Cambridge colleges. But this position is, in fact, a relatively
new one, and in the seven decades since the Second World
War, generations of Trinity students have witnessed
profound changes at a pace unprecedented in history.
Trimity: A Portrait is both an exploration of the College's
historical past and powerful intellectual traditions, but also
a celebration of these decades of change.

In this highly illustrated and wide-ranging volume the
editors have brought impressive Trinity expertise to bear in
summarizing Trinity's achievements in science, mathematics
and the humanities, but also to illuminate the beauties of
its architecture and estate. Cross-cut with these are lively
portraits of the College community - from the eccentricities
of dons to the loyal service of College staff, from Byron and
his bear to the highly illegal exploits of night climbers, from
notable sporting figures to music and drama.
Those searching for famous names of the past will find
plenty: Bacon, Newton, Byron, Melbourne, Macaulay,
Tennyson are all present; Earl Grey steered the 1832 Reform
Bill through Parliament, and had an aromatic tea named
after him; the Earl of Sandwich also left a culinary legacy
- and there are many more besides. But equally there are
vivid first-hand memories of daily lives in post-war austerity
1940s and 1950s, in the fast-changing 1960s, the politicized
1970s, under the impact of coeducation in the 1980s and
on into the 21st century. And it is in the 21st century that
Trinity has led the way in helping the University to engage
vigorously with the world of technology through its Science
Park venture.

Beautifully designed and produced, and packed full of
fascinating information, Trinity: A Portrait will be treasured
by Trinity alumni past and present, as well as offering a
dazzling introduction to those new generations yet to pass
through the Great Gate. A complimentary CD of Trinity's
famous choir, recorded in the College Chapel, is included
with the book.

Price: $84.95