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Keepers of the Spirit: The Corps of Cadets at Texas A&m University, 1876-2001
Contributor(s): Adams, John A., Jr. (Author), Bowen, Ray M. (Foreword by)

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 ISBN: 1603441557     ISBN-13: 9781603441551
Publisher: Texas A&M University Press
OUR PRICE: $33.20  

Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: October 2009
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"Adams has skillfully analyzed hundreds of primary source docu-ments and integrated contemporary political, social and cultural elements in bringing to light the values, customs, and controver-sies which have shaped the Corps' 125-year history."--"Texas"" Aggie"

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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- History | Military - Wars & Conflicts (other)
- Education | History
- History | United States - State & Local - Southwest (az, Nm, Ok, Tx)
Dewey: 355.223
LCCN: 2001000717
Series: Centennial Series of the Association of Former Students Texas A & M University (Hardcover)
Physical Information: 0.85" H x 7" W x 10" L (1.59 lbs) 416 pages
Themes:
- Cultural Region - Southwest U.S.
Features: Bibliography, Illustrated, Index
 
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Publisher Description:
New in paperback " . . . skillfully analyzed hundreds of primary source documents and integrated contemporary political, social and cultural elements in bringing to light the values, customs and controversies which have shaped the Corps' 125-year history."--Texas Aggie
"If you are an Aggie, or a non-Aggie as I am, who holds the Cadet Corps of Texas A&M University in high regard, then buy this book."-San Antonio Express-News
"It is the rare reader who will not be struck by Adams's extensive research."-Southwestern Historical Quarterly
"Adams provides vivid images of early campus life at Texas A&M, beginning in 1876 when only six students enrolled. . . . This book is required reading for anyone who genuinely wants to try to understand the spirit that permeates the Corps of Cadets and the A&M campus. . . For dedicated Aggies, the book will make an ideal Christmas present for years to come."-Journal of South Texas
" . . . a splendidly written book. Adams has researched his topic well and has provided an excellent bibliography."-East Texas Historical Journal
 
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