Editore: Forgotten Books, 2024
ISBN 10: 1528042441 ISBN 13: 9781528042444
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This captivating book explores the intriguing intersection of Ohio Stateâs stadium building project with the social and historical context of the early 1920s. The author skillfully weaves together the narrative of the stadium's construction with a vivid portrayal of the era's post-World War I optimism amidst economic uncertainty. The book delves into the broader historical significance of Ohio State's stadium, situating it within the rise of college football and the growing importance of sports in American culture. The author also examines the stadium's impact on the university and the surrounding community, showcasing its role as a catalyst for campus expansion and a source of civic pride. Through a nuanced analysis of newspaper articles, correspondence, and personal accounts, the book uncovers the stadium's symbolic importance as a physical manifestation of both the aspirations and anxieties of the time. The author explores the tensions between the pursuit of athletic excellence and academic rigor, as well as the challenges posed by Prohibition and the economic downturn. Ultimately, this book offers a rich tapestry of the social, cultural, and historical forces that shaped Ohio State's stadium and, by extension, the broader American experience in the early 20th century. By illuminating the stadium's multifaceted significance, the author provides a compelling lens through which to understand the complexities of that era. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.