Usa Gillette (4 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers back to the vibrant and often irreverent atmosphere of a college campus in the early 20th century. Through a collection of witty, satirical, and sometimes poignant articles, the author provides a glimpse into student life at the Massachusetts Agricultural College (now known as the University of Massachusetts Amherst). The book delves into the social dynamics, academic pursuits, and extracurricular activities that defined the college experience during this period. Readers will encounter a cast of colorful characters - students, faculty, and administrators alike - who are brought to life through humorous anecdotes and sharp observations. The author skillfully captures the spirit of youthful rebellion, academic anxieties, and the search for identity that characterized this era. Through its unique blend of humor and insightful commentary, this book offers a revealing portrait of a bygone era, reminding us of the enduring themes of college life: the quest for knowledge, the formation of friendships, and the search for one's place in the world. This intimate and engaging chronicle provides a valuable window into the social and cultural landscape of early 20th-century America. 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. print-on-demand item.…

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Condition: New. &Uumlber den AutorMaris Boyd Gillette is E. Desmond Lee Professor of Museum Studies and Community History, University of Missouri, St Louis, USA. She is the author of Between Mecca and Beijing: Modernization and Consumption Am.