Includes bibliographical references (pages 318-326) and index.
An idealistic cynic and the birth of a system 1382-1603 -- Earls and shoemakers 1611-1767 -- Of frogs and men 1768-1827 -- First-character. Second-physique. Third-intelligence 1828-1869 -- The monastic system is getting on my nerves 1870-1902 -- Beware Greeks bearing gifts 1902-1945 -- Embracing the examination incubus 1945-1979 -- Golden age at last 1980-2014 -- Beautiful natures, overpriced products and self-destruction -- The pauline and the pasty.