A Promising Field : Engineering at Alabama, 1837-1987
by Robert J. Norrell
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- Fine
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Fine/Fine
- ISBN 10
- 0817304789
- ISBN 13
- 9780817304782
- Seller
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Darien, Georgia, United States
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About This Item
Tuscaloosa AL: University of Alabama Press, 1990. First Edition. . Hardcover. Fine/Fine. F/F/1st ed. This book analyzes the development of engineering education at the University of Alabama and considers critically the origins of technological education in Alabama in the 1830s. The author follows this evolution throught the establishment of the University's College of Engineering in the 20th century. More than an institutional study, this volume contributes to our understanding and appreciation of the history of education and technology in the South. Book and Dust Jacket are in as new condition. The jacket has been covered with an mylar sleeve. No markings of any kind.
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- Bookseller
- Books About The South
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 0021250
- Title
- A Promising Field : Engineering at Alabama, 1837-1987
- Author
- Robert J. Norrell
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition.
- ISBN 10
- 0817304789
- ISBN 13
- 9780817304782
- Publisher
- University of Alabama Press
- Place of Publication
- Tuscaloosa AL
- Date Published
- 1990
- Keywords
- UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA, COLLEGE ENGINEERING HISTORY,
- Bookseller catalogs
- History--Civil and Otherwise;
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About Books About The South
BOOKS ABOUT THE SOUTH is located on the Georgia Coast in Darien, Georgia's second oldest city. I specialize in books from the Civil War Period through the 20th century from and about the entire Southern Region of the United States, with a special interest in Georgia History.
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