Haskins classic 1923 text has been reprinted with a new introduction by Lionel S. Lewis (an author of books on education). Haskins' essay (it was first delivered as a lecture) outlines the mores, curriculum, and examinations of medieval universities. The rise of universities in the Middle Ages is linked to present day institution of higher learning by Haskins and in Lewis's introduction. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)