Isbn: 9780271021157 - the nittany lion: an illustrated tale (12 risultati)

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Fine. An oversized paperback in very nice condition. Like new with some very mild rubbing and a slight curl to lower right front cover. Authors are Penn State librarians who have answered the oft asked question, "What is a Nittany Lion"? A comprehensive history that is actually a real history and part of Pennsylvania lore.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Softbound book in very good+ condition, immaculate and crisp throughout, sharp cornered. Book appears unread.

Condizione: New. Brand New.

Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. What is a Nittany Lion? The most frequently asked question about Penn State University is answered definitively for the first time in this beautifully illustrated book. Penn State librarians Jackie Esposito and Steven Herb have devoted hundreds of hours of research to uncover the fascinating and colorful history behind the beloved Penn State icon. Elements of the tale include the tragic legend of Indian Princess Nita-nee, for whom the majestic mountain in Central Pennsylvania is named; the story of the Original Nittany Lion, the elusive mountain lion that once roamed the hills of Pennsylvania; the 1904 Penn State baseball game at Princeton University, where the idea of a school mascot was born; the creation of the famous limestone Nittany Lion Shrine on Penn States University Park campus; and the "Men in the Suit," the many Penn State students who have played the role of the Nittany Lion Mascot. This tale is also the story of many important figures in Penn State and Pennsylvania history, including folklorist Henry Shoemaker, baseball player and student leader H. D. "Joe" Mason, sculptor Heinz Warneke, famous mascot Norm Constantine, and football coaching legends "Rip" Engle and Joe Paterno.Sure to be of interest to Penn States 340,000 living alumni and the countless numbers of Nittany Lion fans all over the world, this book will also appeal to folklorists and Pennsylvania historians. What is a Nittany Lion? With the help of colourful illustrations, this work uncovers the fascinating and colourful history behind the Penn State icon. Elements of the tale include the story of the Original Nittany Lion, the elusive mountain lion that once roamed the hills of Pennsylvania. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condizione: New. Num Pages: 288 pages, 238 illustrations, 26 colour photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBBEP; JNMN; WNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 279 x 216 x 20. Weight in Grams: 907. . 2000. New ed. Paperback. . . . . …

Condizione: New. Num Pages: 288 pages, 238 illustrations, 26 colour photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBBEP; JNMN; WNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 279 x 216 x 20. Weight in Grams: 907. . 2000. New ed. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. …

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 288 pages. 10.50x8.00x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Condizione: New. What is a Nittany Lion? With the help of colourful illustrations, this work uncovers the fascinating and colourful history behind the Penn State icon. Elements of the tale include the story of the Original Nittany Lion, the elusive mountain lion that once r.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - What is a Nittany Lion The most frequently asked question about Penn State University is answered definitively for the first time in this beautifully illustrated book. Penn State librarians Jackie Esposito and Steven Herb have devoted hundreds of hours of research to uncover the fascinating and colorful history behind the beloved Penn State icon. Elements of the tale include the tragic legend of Indian Princess Nita-nee, for whom the majestic mountain in Central Pennsylvania is named; the story of the Original Nittany Lion, the elusive mountain lion that once roamed the hills of Pennsylvania; the 1904 Penn State baseball game at Princeton University, where the idea of a school mascot was born; the creation of the famous limestone Nittany Lion Shrine on Penn State's University Park campus; and the 'Men in the Suit,' the many Penn State students who have played the role of the Nittany Lion Mascot. This tale is also the story of many important figures in Penn State and Pennsylvania history, including folklorist Henry Shoemaker, baseball player and student leader H. D. 'Joe' Mason, sculptor Heinz Warneke, famous mascot Norm Constantine, and football coaching legends 'Rip' Engle and Joe Paterno.Sure to be of interest to Penn State's 340,000 living alumni and the countless numbers of Nittany Lion fans all over the world, this book will also appeal to folklorists and Pennsylvania historians.…