Miraculously Builded in Our Hearts: A Dartmouth Reader

Rating:
Summary: History and Atmosphere Nicely Combined
Review: I happen to be a Dartmouth grad (1934) but I believe this compilation will convey to any interested reader more than just the history of this venerable Ivy League institution. It will also acquaint him/her with the distinct flavor of this institution which is so "miraculously builded" in the hearts of all who have studied there, or even visited the campus. (This title is from a song that is a favorite of the glee club). Why do I believe this? Well, the editors included just about every essay, song and poem that we alums best recall, plus many others with which I at least was not familiar. As am example, if you buy the book, be sure to read "My Dog Likes It Here" by Corey Ford. That alone will give you a picture of what makes Dartmouth and Hanover tick. And President Eisenhower's widely quoted address to the college's commencement exercises about burning the books is included to give readers a look at how the outside world views the academic side of college life. I could go on citing the very complete contents of this fascinating compilation, but perhaps I've said enough to convey my enthusiasm. All I can suggest is that I am convinced that a perusal of them will, I am sure, be well worth your time and effort.

Rating:
Summary: History and Atmosphere Nicely Combined
Review: I happen to be a Dartmouth grad (1934) but I believe this compilation will convey to any interested reader more than just the history of this venerable Ivy League institution. It will also acquaint him/her with the distinct flavor of this institution which is so "miraculously builded" in the hearts of all who have studied there, or even visited the campus. (This title is from a song that is a favorite of the glee club). Why do I believe this? Well, the editors included just about every essay, song and poem that we alums best recall, plus many others with which I at least was not familiar. As am example, if you buy the book, be sure to read "My Dog Likes It Here" by Corey Ford. That alone will give you a picture of what makes Dartmouth and Hanover tick. And President Eisenhower's widely quoted address to the college's commencement exercises about burning the books is included to give readers a look at how the outside world views the academic side of college life. I could go on citing the very complete contents of this fascinating compilation, but perhaps I've said enough to convey my enthusiasm. All I can suggest is that I am convinced that a perusal of them will, I am sure, be well worth your time and effort.