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The Life Of Morris Purdy Shawkey

The Life Of Morris Purdy Shawkey

Buckalew, Marshall

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Historical FiguresNative American HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163171301
ISBN13: 9781163171301
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 124
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.26 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of Morris Purdy Shawkey is a biography written by Marshall Buckalew that chronicles the life and legacy of Morris Purdy Shawkey. Shawkey was a prominent figure in the state of West Virginia, serving as the president of West Virginia University for 22 years and as the state's superintendent of schools for 12 years. The book explores Shawkey's early life and education, his career as an educator, and his impact on the state of West Virginia. Through interviews with family members, colleagues, and friends, Buckalew provides a detailed account of Shawkey's personal and professional life, including his leadership style, his dedication to education, and his contributions to the state's growth and development. The biography also delves into Shawkey's personal life, including his marriage, family, and hobbies. Buckalew paints a vivid picture of Shawkey as a man of deep convictions, strong character, and unwavering commitment to his beliefs. Overall, The Life of Morris Purdy Shawkey is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a glimpse into the life of one of West Virginia's most influential figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education in the state, as well as those interested in the life and legacy of Morris Purdy Shawkey.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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