Told in ten parts by prominent Montreal writers and distinguished graduates, the story of McGill unfolds with anecdotal charm and insightful overview. The lively text recaptures the spirit of campus life from the time of the university's beginnings and recounts the exploits and accomplishments of its grand personages and colourful figures. In addition, it explores McGill's significance and influence in the context of the community and country of which it is a part. More than one hundred specially commissioned, full ...
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Told in ten parts by prominent Montreal writers and distinguished graduates, the story of McGill unfolds with anecdotal charm and insightful overview. The lively text recaptures the spirit of campus life from the time of the university's beginnings and recounts the exploits and accomplishments of its grand personages and colourful figures. In addition, it explores McGill's significance and influence in the context of the community and country of which it is a part. More than one hundred specially commissioned, full-colour photographs illustrate this handsome, large-format volume, while rare archival shots provide a fascinating glimpse of early life at the university. The stunning photography includes images of campus life throughout the seasons by noted Montreal photographer George Zimbel, powerful architectural shots by David Duchow, exquisite, revealing interiors by Mark Ruwedel, and skilful photographs of memorable McGill treasures by Pierre Charrier. Anyone who was ever a part of the McGill experience will find McGill: A Celebration informative, charming, and captivating -- some very special memories will be rekindled. For others not so fortunate, it will go a long way toward making up what was missed.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Like New dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 0773507957. About new book, unmarked, in bright dj with just a hint of shelf-life; 211 pp impressively illustrated.; 9 x 12"
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Fine in Fine dust jacket. 0773507957. 209 pages. An intimate chronicle of the people and events that have shaped the university for some 150 years. Ten prominent Canadian writers, many of them graduates or teachers from McGill, capture the spirit of the university in delightful anecdote and insightful overview, recreating the exploits and accoumplishments of its historic figures and revealing its role in the modern world. More than one hundred beautiful colour photographs, commissioned from four noted Montreal photographers, portray the McGill campus, its students, and the treasures of its libraries and museums. Historic pictures from the McGill Archives, splendid Notman photographs from the original class negatives, and charming vignettes from Old McGill create a pictorial history of the university. Gift greetings upon title page else clean, bright and unmarked. Negligible wear overall. Lovely copy.; 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall; PHOTOGRAPHY ARTISTIC GENERAL McGill: A Celebration 209 pages. An intimate chronicle of the people and events that have shaped the university for some 150 years. Ten prominent Canadian writers, many of them graduates or teachers from McGill, capture t.
