Lair of the Lion : : A History of Beaver Stadium / / Lee Stout, Harry H. West.
Football is an unmistakable part of the culture of Penn State, though the experience of a Nittany Lions home game—from the crowds and tailgates to the spectacle of the game itself—has changed significantly over the years. This richly illustrated and researched book tells the story of the structure t...
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