Collection of College Words and Customs (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A historical guide to college slang, traditions, and campus life from the 18th–19th centuries.

This collection offers a look at the words, customs, and daily life that filled early American colleges. It presents terms and explanations in a clear, accessible way, helping readers understand how students spoke, dressed, and organized their communities. The edition expands the original material with revised entries and added context, making it a useful reference for readers curious about campus culture’s beginnings.

From the meaning of social hall and academic dress to the stories behind student organizations and school rituals, the book offers a documented snapshot of a bygone era. It is primarily a reference work, designed to illuminate the language and customs that shaped early college life.

• Definitions of familiar terms and phrases used in historical college life.
• Examples and commentary that situate words in their cultural context.
• Notes on how customs varied across different universities and time periods.
• Background on scholars, societies, and student activities of the era.

Ideal for readers of historical language, campus history, and anyone curious about the social life of early American colleges.

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