Virginia Claypool Meredith's role in directly managing the affairs of a large and prosperous farm in east-central Indiana opened doors that were often closed to women in late nineteenth century Americ
Dave Ross (1871-1943) and George Ade (1866-1944) were trustees, distinguished alumni and benefactors of Purdue University. Their friendship began in 1922 and led to their giving land and money for the
This book explores important questions in the field of critical animal studies and education by close examination of a wide range of educational situations and classroom activities. How are human-anim
An administrator in local and then state governments for many years, Aronson shares his experiences with animal control programs and those of others inside and outside government concerned with animal
This fascinating autobiography is set against the backdrop of some of the more dramatic episodes of the twentieth century. It is the story of a stubborn stand against racism, and of a deep belief in
Leimkuhler was a professor at Purdue from 1961 to 2000, and now works as an industrial engineer in Berkeley, California. He traces the history of his department at the university, both for engineers a
What happens behind the doors of the animal shelter? This book will introduce the reader to the work culture of animal shelter employees, volunteers, activists, educators, and pets. By weaving togethe
This book is a quick and easy-to-use reference guide for choosing plant material for landscape designs. This reference manual includes comprehensive lists with search criteria for each of the ma
Rivera, an animal therapist, author, and humane educator who has two therapy dogs, collects 21 stories about the positive effects dogs have on people at the end of their lives. She recounts the visits
Whether you're hiking with your canine friend in a remote area or work with a dog on a search-and-rescue team or police force, you need to be prepared for emergencies when veterinary service is not av
What would life be like if no one acknowledged your existence? The question confronts one with the possibility of being isolated, marginalized, ignored, and forgotten by others. The unacknowledged fin
In the early 1900s, Mary Matthews and Lella Gaddis forged trails for women at Purdue University and throughout Indiana. Mary was the first dean of the School of Home Economics. Lella was Indiana's fir
Based on extensive interviews and archival research, this book traces the career of Orville Redenbacher, the “popcorn king,” from his agricultural studies at Purdue University to his emergence as an A
A University of Tradition?is a fascinating compilation of history, customs, pictures, and facts about Purdue University?from its founding in 1869 to the present day. Covering all aspects of Purdue, fr
American mothers are household CFOs, in charge of an estimated $2.45 trillion in direct spending. They are also an important influence on other family members' buying habits. Many organizations have i
From the Macy’s Day Parade to its annual appearance at the Indianapolis 500 auto race, Purdue University’s All-American Marching Band has been at the heart of celebrations across the United States (an
As the definitive identification guide to the shrubs and woody vines of Indiana, this book provides coverage of approximately 90 percent of the species that are found in surrounding Midwestern states.
A Story for All Americans: Vietnam, Victims, and Veterans (formerly titled, Touched by the Dragon) details wartime accounts of average servicemen and women-some heroic, some frightening, some amusing,
"How can there be a book that maps these continents of clouds that drift apart, reshape their puzzle pieces, and coalesce into new geographies of air within one windblown hour?" Donald Platt delights
Taking Baltimore, Maryland as an example, Beck (Center for the Human-Animal Bond, Purdue U.) looks at many facets of urban free-roaming dogs. It is a study, he says, of the ecology and behavior of hum
