The Polyscope, 1949 (Classic Reprint)

Larry Webber

ISBN 10: 0428059384 / ISBN 13: 9780428059385

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a meticulously documented exploration of Bradley University during its 1949 academic year. The author presents a unique glimpse into the minds and experiences of the students who attended the university during this pivotal era, providing a rich tapestry of campus life and culture. The book examines Bradley's role in training students for the post-war world, highlighting the impact of the GI Bill and the university's commitment to preparing students for success in a rapidly changing society. The author's vivid descriptions of campus events, student organizations, and academic programs bring the reader back to a time of great change and optimism in American higher education. Ultimately, this book serves as a valuable contribution to the understanding of mid-century America and the evolving role of universities in shaping the nation's future. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9780428059385_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Polyscope, 1949 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0428059384
• ISBN 13: 9780428059385
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
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Synopsis

Relive a year on the Hilltop with The Polyscope (1949), a vivid snapshot of Bradley University life. This edition gathers memories, campus events, and student life from a bustling year, told through captions, stories, and committee notes that capture the spirit of a postwar college.

Bradley University’s campus comes alive in these pages. Readers will find theatre productions, lecture series with famous speakers, class life, Homecoming festivities, and a lively social scene. The book blends humor, nostalgia, and a sense of community, offering a window into student life and campus traditions of the era.

- Scenes from theatre, opera, and dramatic arts on campus
- Accounts of lectures, faculty, and student clubs that shaped the year
- Photos and captions detailing Homecoming, dances, and social events
- Snapshots of fraternity life and campus organizations

Ideal for readers who want a nostalgic peek at college life in 1949 and fans of yearbooks and campus history.