Perspective of a Century
A volume for the Centenary of Trinity College 1872 - 1972
by James Grant
The extent and effectiveness of its collegiate system has long been recognised as a notable feature of the University of Melbourne. The senior College, Trinity, celebrated the centenary of its opening in 1972, and this volume presents the first comprehensive account of its first century's achievement.
As such it covers not only the Wardenship of Alexander Leeper, but also those of Sir John Behan, RWT Cowan, and RL Sharwood. There is a full discussion of the academic, social and religious life of the College and of the setting within which these activities have taken place. For most of its existence (1886-1961) Trinity has been co-educational through its association with Janet Clarke Hall (originally Trinity College Women's Hostel), and the contribution of 'Ladies' to commmunity life is described. The 'style' of college life has never been static, but it will come as a surprise to many to read that the University Labour Club originated in Trinity.
Though written primarily for the Trinity community, the general reader will find this account of college life interesting and entertaining.
About the author
James Grant is a Coadjutor Bishop of the Diocese of Melbourne and resident Honorary Chaplain of Trinity College. He is the co-author with Geoffrey Serle of The Melbourne Scene and has contributed to the Australian Dictionary of Biography.
This volume is based not only on his research in the College Archives, but also on his studies in the history of the Melbourne community in general and of the Diocese of Melbourne in particular.