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The Princeton University Trivia Book
Part of College Trivia
By Helene van Rossum and Daniel J. Linke
Published by Lyons Press
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
The unofficial guide to the home of the Tigers!
The Princeton University Trivia Book features a wealth of historic and recent facts, with over 650 questions (with answers!) and quotations spanning nearly three centuries of Princeton history, ranging from the fun to the significant, and from the bizarre to the informative. This book is the quintessential source of information about one of the world’s most respected universities, perfect for current and prospective students, alumni, and locals.
Discover obscure facts, forgotten lore, and exciting tidbits about everything from student life and traditions to Town and Gown, including:
The Princeton University Trivia Book features a wealth of historic and recent facts, with over 650 questions (with answers!) and quotations spanning nearly three centuries of Princeton history, ranging from the fun to the significant, and from the bizarre to the informative. This book is the quintessential source of information about one of the world’s most respected universities, perfect for current and prospective students, alumni, and locals.
Discover obscure facts, forgotten lore, and exciting tidbits about everything from student life and traditions to Town and Gown, including:
- Campus myths that may be true . . . or false . . . or funny!
- The University’s many connections to TV and movies
- Einstein’s true relationship to the University
- The when and how of Princeton’s informal motto “In the Nation’s Service and the Service of Humanity”
- The time a student rivalry with Rutgers led to football and cannon wars
Product Details
- Publisher: Lyons Press (May 7, 2024)
- Length: 192 pages
- ISBN13: 9781493074310
Raves and Reviews
“Amid these days of monumental change on the Princeton campus, this fun, succinct, and informative book couldn’t be more timely — recalling names, dates, and events across the long tapestry of Tiger history.”
– TAPinto Princeton
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