Presents an argument that the research university developed in response to market forces and bureaucracy, producing a academic whose goal was to establish originality and achieve fame through publication. This book investigates the origins and evolving fixtures of academic life: the lecture catalog, the library catalog, and the grading system.
Featuring a collection of various indoor games, this illustrated guide includes instructions for activities such as Minor Games, Shadow Pantomimes, and Acting Charades. Originally published in the late 1800s, it offers a glimpse into past entertainment practices. The book is part of a series by Home Farm Books, which aims to make classic works accessible again by republishing them in high-quality modern editions, preserving the original text and artwork.
Following research in St Petersburg, Moscow and Paris, this book reveals the story of Albert Henry Stopford, Edwardian man-about-town, member of the English aristocracy, dealer in object d'arts, and a regular guest at Romanov dinner tables.
A Complete Encyclopedia of all the Diversions, Athletic, Scientific, and Recreative, of Boyhood and Youth
This book stands out for its lively and engaging content, diverging from the era's typical focus on piety and moral instruction. Instead, it offers a delightful array of activities and pastimes that would have thrilled young readers in England and the United States, making it a refreshing alternative to the more didactic juvenile literature of its time.
A complete encyclopedia of athletic, scientific, outdoor, and indoor sports
This encyclopedia from 1881 offers a comprehensive guide to a wide range of athletic, scientific, outdoor, and indoor sports. It serves as a valuable resource for enthusiasts seeking knowledge and skills in various activities, reflecting the interests and values of its time. The book's high-quality reprint preserves the original content, making it an excellent reference for both historical insight and practical guidance in sports.
The book offers a photographic exploration of the often-overlooked desert regions east of the Cascade Range in Washington and Oregon. Beginning in the Columbia River Gorge and traveling through various counties, it includes stunning images alongside historical facts and insights about each area. The journey spans from the Canadian border to southeastern Washington and into Oregon, concluding in Malheur County. While not a travel guide, it provides a vivid sense of the unique landscapes and cultural history found in eastern and central parts of these states.