Historical information

Part of a collection obtained by K C Hofmaier 1963 by purchase of a library at gembrrok (Vic) which contained a number of books from the old Ballarat german language library with school text books and theological works formerly the property of the founder of Ballarat College Rev'd Wm Henderson. William Henderson was Minister of St Andrews Kirk at the time of writing. The very strong Presbyterian roots of Ballarat College were a legacy of this man.

Significance

Socially significant for school community because of its authorship - William Henderson founded ballarat College.

Physical description

Black calf binding with damaged spine; gold lettering on front cover; dark green endpapers; gilt page edges;

Inscriptions & markings

Handwritten inscription on front endpaper: by Wm Henderson / founder of Ballarat College
Handwritten inscription on back of endpaper: Collected by K C Hofmaier 1963 by purchase of a library at gembrrok (Vic) which contained a number of books from the old Ballarat german language library with school text books and theological works formerly the property of the founder of Ballarat College Rev'd Wm Henderson.