Explore the fascinating history of British universities and their impact on society since 1800 with this essential guide from The Bookish Owl. This concise introduction, part of the acclaimed New Studies in Economic and Social History series, offers a clear summary of a thriving research field. It delves into crucial debates surrounding university development, social mobility, and the changing nature of British elites. Discover how higher education has shaped, and been shaped by, British social history, and whether it has truly become more democratic despite recent expansion. Perfect for students and history enthusiasts interested in the evolution of elites and social change in Britain.