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Illustrated, with staff members, alma mater lyrics and music, poetry, humor, advertisements and more. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Official Book Review by Anton G. Pegis, Professor Emeritus, Colorado School of Mines
Events, dates, names, and places--this is the stuff of historiography, the art of documenting the past as a permanent chronicle for the future. Professor Wilton Eckley's Rocky Mountains to the World: A History of the Colorado School of Mines is a prodigious compilation that draws a comprehensive picture of a serving educational institution, from its inception in 1874 to continuing emergence. Eckley's objective portrayal details the School's spirited evolution against the backdrop of social and political forces that shaped a nation.

Thus, some of the chapter introductions may seem digressive; however, they establish the ambience in which the School evolved. Eckley masterfully weaves industrial-technological developments, market forces, social changes and international currents into the School's tapestry. He succeeds in detailing how the School's leaders have kept attuned to the times and adjusted to the demands of a global society.

Highlighted in each chapter are those administrators - weak and strong - who piloted the School through good times and bad. Very little escapes Eckley's scrutiny; he provides a balanced treatment of the various personalities and is evenhanded in assessing the successes and failures. From the leadership of founding fathers like Bishop Randall, through the tumultuous reigns of Victor C. Alderson and William Battle Phillips, to the steady guidance of Melville F. Coolbaugh, the School's voyage is traced through early instability, faculty upheavals, legislative budget woes, the Depression, and wars. Also documented are the more recent efforts of such leaders as Parker, Vanderwilt, Childs, McBride, and others - presidents who confronted a multitude of difficulties and moved the School through internal and external challenges.

Throughout the book are anecdotal inserts and photos that enliven and rattle the dry bones of history. Here the reader encounters many Mines traditions in all their glory and disrepute:
among them Senior Day, Engineers' Day, whitewashing the "M," Blue Key activities. Even the mercurial adventurer Dominic E. Perigo is accorded a place. The photos depict a range of student highlights (note the hairstyles, uniforms and attire) and campus scenes that are in themselves markers of the School's journey into the 21st century.

Professor Eckley's depth of research, crystalline analysis and conversational writing style result in a highly readable, informative and interesting history - a fitting tribute to Clio, the ancient muse of history.

Submitted by Anita Pariseau for Anton G. Pegis
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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process.We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Publisher: [Greeley : Trustees of the State Normal School of Colorado]Publication date: 1911Subjects: History -- Study and teaching ColoradoNotes: This is an OCR reprint. There may be typos or missing text. There are no illustrations or indexes.When you buy the General Books edition of this book you get free trial access to Million-Books.com where you can select from more than a million books for free. You can also preview the book there. ... Read more

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Publisher: Fort Collins, Col., Colorado agricultural collegePublication date: 1914Subjects: Public schoolsNotes: This is an OCR reprint. There may be numerous typos or missing text. There are no illustrations or indexes.When you buy the General Books edition of this book you get free trial access to Million-Books.com where you can select from more than a million books for free. You can also preview the book there. ... Read more

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Originally published in 1914.This volume from the Cornell University Library's print collections was scanned on an APT BookScan and converted to JPG 2000 format by Kirtas Technologies.All titles scanned cover to cover and pages may include marks notations and other marginalia present in the original volume. ... Read more

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This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: Colorado School of Mines. in 1905 in 128 pages; Subjects: Mining schools and education; Education, Higher; Education / Higher; Travel / United States / West / Mountain; ... Read more

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The book has no illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from the publisher's website (GeneralBooksClub.com). You can also preview excerpts of the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Volume: 17-18; Original Publisher: Colorado School of Mines Press; Publication date: 1922; Subjects: Mining engineering; Mines and mineral resources; Geology; Science / Earth Sciences / General; Science / Earth Sciences / Geology; Technology ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more