A Morada da Sabedoria. I. O Paco Real de Coimbra das Origens ao Estabelecimento da Universidade
Almedina, (2005). Hardcover. 4to. 535,[2],pp. Yellow cloth with gold lettering on cover and spine in original dust jacket. Minor creasing on dj. Illustrated title-page. A detailed look at the history and architecture of the University of Coimbra (Universidade de Coimbra). This public university in Coimbra was founded by King Dinis in 1290 which makes it the oldest university in Portugal. It has been in continuos operation since its opening. It is organized into eight different faculties according to a wide range of fields, granting all the highest academic degrees in architecture, engineering, education, humanities, law, mathematics, medicine, natural sciences, psychology, social sciences and sport. Profusely illustrated with color and b/w reproductions of photographs of the universities architecture and art work. Fascinating study of this complex and imposing building. Text in Portuguese. Dj in very good, book in near fine condition. vg. Item #21472
ISBN: 9724027473
Price: $150.00