Huskerville: A Story of Nebraska Football, Fans, and the Power of Place Contributor(s): Aden, Roger C. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0786432063 ISBN-13: 9780786432066 Publisher: McFarland and Company, Inc. OUR PRICE: $29.65 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2007 Annotation: This work reveals the storied love affair that has long existed between native Nebraskans and the University of Nebraska football team. The author draws upon his experiences as a devoted "Huskerviller," and the insights of over 500 other Husker fans who shared their ideas through interviews, questionnaires, and Internet communication, to compose a story that highlights how the culture, history, and geography of Nebraska are intimately embedded in fans' devotion to the Cornhuskers. The book features photographs and an extensive bibliography, while an appendix provides 16 essays written by devoted Husker fans. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Football - Sports & Recreation | History |
Dewey: 796.332 |
LCCN: 2007033732 |
Physical Information: 0.57" H x 6.1" W x 9.05" (0.82 lbs) 263 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Upper Midwest - Cultural Region - Plains - Geographic Orientation - Nebraska |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This work reveals the storied love affair that has long existed between native Nebraskans and the University of Nebraska football team. The author draws upon his experiences as a devoted Huskerviller, and the insights of more than 500 other Husker fans who shared their ideas through interviews, questionnaires, and Internet communication, to compose a story that highlights how the culture, history, and geography of Nebraska are intimately embedded in fans' devotion to the Cornhuskers. The book features photographs and an extensive bibliography, while an appendix provides 16 essays written by devoted Husker fans. |