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The Bookend


Jamestown: The First Permanent English Colony in America
Introduction The founding of Jamestown in 1607 was a pivotal moment in American history, representing the first permanent English...

Debbie Brown
1 day ago6 min read
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Small Creatures, Big Impact: The Hidden Power of Insects, Arachnids, and Arthropods
Insects and arachnids are often overlooked or regarded as pests, but they play an essential role in maintaining ecological balance. From...

Debbie Brown
Sep 246 min read
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The Mystery of the Lost Colony of Roanoke
Our Digital Display series will explore turning points in American history. From the struggles of the earliest European settlers to the...

Debbie Brown
Sep 173 min read
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Celebrating Literary Milestones: 25, 50, 75, 100, and 125 Years of Iconic Books
Welcome back! We begin this academic year by celebrating the milestone birthdays of books that have become part of the fabric of our...

Debbie Brown
Sep 95 min read
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The Evolution of Photography as Art: From Invention to Instagram
Enjoy our final post of the 2024-2025 academic year. We will be back in August with more posts for you! We hope you are inspired to share...

Debbie Brown
Apr 295 min read
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Celebrating Earth Day: The Imperative of Conservation
Earth, our shared home, is a marvel of biodiversity and natural beauty. Human activities, however, have increasingly threatened its...

Debbie Brown
Apr 215 min read
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Three Mile Island and Gov. Dick Thornburgh: A Crisis, A Leader, and a Legacy
Governor Richard "Dick" Thornburgh’s legacy is marked by his steady leadership during one of the most harrowing crises in U.S....

Debbie Brown
Apr 86 min read
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Henry's Helpful Hints
In this post let’s talk about a very helpful feature of the library catalog: search history . It’s something that you never knew you...
Gretchen Maxeiner
Apr 34 min read
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From Pastures to PGA: A Storied History of Golf
Golf is a game of precision, patience, and perseverance. It has been enjoyed for centuries, attracting both the most dedicated athletes...

Debbie Brown
Mar 245 min read
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William Shakespeare: The Bard Who Shaped Literature
William Shakespeare is widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the English language and the world's preeminent dramatist. His...

Debbie Brown
Mar 174 min read
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Frank Lloyd Wright: A Legacy of Beauty
Frank Lloyd Wright (1867–1959) remains one of the most influential architects in history, known for pioneering organic architecture—a...

Debbie Brown
Mar 134 min read
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Rails Across the Heartland: The Legacy of Railroads in Western Pennsylvania and Northeast Ohio
The history of railroads in the United States is a story of innovation, expansion, and profound economic impact. From the early 19th...

Debbie Brown
Feb 243 min read
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The Fight for Equality: The Story of Women's Suffrage in America
The struggle for women’s right to vote in the United States is a defining chapter in American history. The movement spanned nearly a...

Debbie Brown
Feb 177 min read
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Luminous Lives: Journals and Biographies of People Who Changed the World
The power of a single life to illuminate the world is an enduring truth of human history. From the quiet revolutionaries to the bold...

Debbie Brown
Feb 103 min read
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The Harlem Renaissance: A Cultural Revolution in Art and Society
The Harlem Renaissance, spanning the 1920s to the mid-1930s, was a groundbreaking cultural movement that emerged in Harlem, New York...

Debbie Brown
Feb 35 min read
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Dietrich Bonhoeffer: The Theologian Who Stood Against Tyranny
Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906–1945) remains one of the most influential theologians and moral figures of the 20th century. His life, marked...

Debbie Brown
Jan 274 min read
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Transcendentalism: A Beacon of Individualism and Spirituality in American History
From Walden , written by Henry David Thoreau after moving into a cabin on Walden Pond in Concord, Massachusetts, 1854. Transcendentalism...

Debbie Brown
Jan 207 min read
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The Evolution of Modern Art: Movements and Masterpieces
Modern art represents a transformative period in the history of artistic expression, breaking away from traditional styles and embracing...

Debbie Brown
Jan 134 min read
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Grove City College Authors
Click here to find a list of all Grove City College authors, past and present; and stop by the display in our Reference Room to look at...

Debbie Brown
Jan 91 min read
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2024 in a Nutshell
2024 has been filled with important news stories ranging from hurricanes, floods, celebrity arrests and allegations, and elections. While...

Debbie Brown
Dec 9, 20246 min read
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