Adventures with a Historian: The Life and Times of John Jack R. Hubbard
Author | : | |
Rating | : | 4.44 (716 Votes) |
Asin | : | 1620160501 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 612 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2013-11-11 |
Language | : | English |
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It was a good read. As a high school history teacher I also received this book as a gift. It was a good read. As a high school history teacher, I thought it would make a great supplemental reading. I just finished talking with Elizabeth Hubbard, and our school is getting a classroom set, along with suggested lesson plans.Alt. "A Personal Travel Through History" according to Amazon Customer. The mid-twentieth century was a time of dramatic events in the United States and the world, spanning the decades from the Roaring Twenties to the civil unrest on the college campuses. Jack Hubbard lived during that era but more importantly he kept a detailed account of his. "GREAT FOR HOMESCHOOLERS" according to tiffanie. Don’t be put off by the length of this book. It doesn’t have to be read cover to cover to be enjoyed. I homeschool my children, and they love finding the places on the map where Dr. Hubbard’s adventure is taking place, then reading about the adventure. I
"Jack" Hubbard's leadership inspired USC's rapid advance throughout the 1970s, and in those pivotal 10 years, the university completely transformed itself. --Dr. Max Nikias, President, University of Southern California Dr. I loved the man, and I'm glad he will be remembered in these pages. Hubbard was a giant man who cared deeply about the education of his students. He was brilliant and funny and a great leader, and all that comes alive in this book. Arthur C. --Dr. --Steven R. Jack, John Robinson, and Bob Fleur - all great Trojans - were a big part of the Trojan family. Bartner, Director, University of Southern California Trojan Marching Band. Riveting.