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To the promised land : a history of government and politics in Oregon  Cover Image Book Book

To the promised land : a history of government and politics in Oregon / Tom Marsh.

Marsh, Tom, 1939- (author.).

Summary:

The first comprehensive political history of Oregon, To the Promised Land also examines the social and economic changes the state has pioneered during its almost two hundred years. Highlighting major political figures, campaigns, ballot measures, and the history of legislative sessions, Tom Marsh traces the evolution of Oregon from incorporated territory to a state at the forefront of national environmental and social movements.
From Jason Lee's first letter urging Congress to take possession of the Oregon Country to John Kitzhaber's precedent-setting third term as governor, from the land frauds of the early 20th century to the state's land-use planning goals, from the Beach Bill to the Bottle Bill, this book tells Oregon's story.
Featuring interesting trivia, historical photographs, and biographical sketches of key politicians, To the Promised Land is an essential volume for readers interested in Oregon's history.--Book jacket.

Record details

  • Physical Description: xvi, 508 pages : illustrations, maps ; 23 cm
  • Publisher: Corvallis : Oregon State University Press, 2012.

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Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subject: Oregon > Politics and government.
Genre: Illustrated works.
Instructional and educational works.
Topic Heading: Oregon authors.

Available copies

  • 3 of 3 copies available at Sage Library System.

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 3 total copies.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Circulation Modifier Status Due Date Courses
Harney County Library 320.7 MARSH (Text) 37720000655613 Adult Non-Fiction Available -
Hood River County Library 320.795 MAR 2012 (Text) 33892100192864 Adult Non-Fiction Available -
Sherman County Public/School Library 320.795 MAR (Text) 37039000015524 NON-FICTION Available -


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