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Kobeelya 1922-1982 Nemo Sibi Vivat Katanning WA School History Western Australia
By Nemo Sibi Vivat
1986 • Hardcover
Description
Kobeelya 1922 - 1982: Nemo Sibi Vivat chronicles the rich history of the Kobeelya Church of England Girls' School in Katanning, Western Australia. Covering sixty years of education and boarding life, this commemorative volume captures the spirit of the school through historical photographs, student recollections, and records of the institution's development. It is a nostalgic keepsake for former students (Old Girls), staff, and anyone interested in the educational heritage of the Great Southern region.
Synopsis
Title: Kobeelya 1922 - 1982
Author/Publisher: Nemo Sibi Vivat
Publication Year: 1986
Format: Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket
This compelling first edition presents a comprehensive history of the Kobeelya Church of England Girls' School, located in Katanning, Western Australia. Spanning the formative years from 1922 to 1982, it serves as a detailed non-fiction account of an important educational institution in regional Australia.
Authored under the school's Latin motto, 'Nemo Sibi Vivat' – meaning 'Let no one live for himself' – this commemorative volume meticulously chronicles sixty years of the school's development, educational philosophy, and the boarding life experience, offering an intimate look into its enduring legacy.
- Life Within the Walls: Gain insight into the daily routines, educational milestones, and personal experiences of students and staff through collected recollections, capturing the unique spirit and community of Kobeelya's boarding and academic life.
- A Visual Journey: The volume is richly illustrated with historical photographs, providing a vivid pictorial record of the school's architecture, events, and the faces that shaped its history, offering a tangible connection to the past.
- Nemo Sibi Vivat: Explore the deeper meaning behind the school's resonant motto, 'Nemo Sibi Vivat,' and understand how this guiding principle shaped the character and ethos of the institution and its students throughout its history.
As a first edition and a significant piece of Western Australian local and educational history, this volume is an invaluable acquisition for alumni, historians, and collectors interested in the development of schools in regional Australia and the personal stories enshrined within them.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Year | 1986 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Signed | No |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Features | Dust Jacket, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | Yes |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Kobeelya 1922 - 1982 |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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