Behind The Line: A Story Of College Life And Football (1902)

Behind The Line: A Story Of College Life And Football is a novel written by Ralph Henry Barbour and originally published in 1902. The book follows the story of a young man named Dick Mercer, who is a freshman at a fictional college called Randall. Dick is passionate about football and dreams of playing for the college team. However, he faces many challenges and obstacles along the way.The novel provides a detailed portrayal of college life in the early 1900s, including the social hierarchy, academic pressures, and the importance of athletics. The story also delves into the intense and competitive world of college football, with vivid descriptions of games, practices, and the physical toll the sport takes on the players.As Dick struggles to prove himself on the field and navigate the complexities of college life, he forms close friendships with his teammates and develops a deep respect for his coach. The book explores themes of perseverance, teamwork, and the importance of pursuing one's passions.Overall, Behind The Line: A Story Of College Life And Football is a classic coming-of-age story that offers a glimpse into the world of early 20th-century college athletics and the challenges faced by young men striving to succeed both on and off the field.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.