El Colegio de Los Verdes de la Universidad de Alcalá. Historia, Constituciones y Pedagogía (1586-1843).

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Casado Arboniés, Manuel.

Contributor:

Casado Arboniés, Francisco Javier.

Gil Blanco, Emiliano.

Language:

Spanish

Subjects (All):

Education, Higher--Spain.

Education, Higher.

Universities and colleges--History.

Universities and colleges.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (784 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Madrid : Dykinson, S.L., 2024.

Summary:

This book provides an in-depth historical analysis of the Colegio Menor de Santa Catalina Mártir, commonly known as the Colegio de los Verdes, associated with the University of Alcalá. Founded in 1586 by Catalina Suárez de Mendoza, the book explores the college's foundation, governance, and educational impact up until its closure in 1843. It examines the college's unique status as a noble institution free from royal or ecclesiastical patronage, highlighting the roles of influential women like Catalina and her daughter, Juana de Gamboa, in its development. The authors discuss the college's architectural evolution, economic aspects, and its integration with other minor colleges. The book also delves into the legislative reforms of the college and its educational practices aimed at fostering moral and intellectual excellence. Targeted at historians and academics, it provides valuable insights into the educational and social history of early modern Spain. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

84-10-70494-3

OCLC:

1458756317