Domers: A Year at Notre Dame Book

When I was in college, the question went around "What one book should I read if I want to understand you?" and my answer, once I came up with one, was Domers. Coyne was on campus and involved in every way possible throughout the 1992-93 school year, and these are his keen insights and reflections. He covers the Dome, football, dorm masses, the Basilica, Father Hesburgh, interhall sports, chemical engineering, ROTC, and everything in between in a valiant—and successful, I think—effort to capture the spirit of my beloved alma mater. This is the first time I've read it since graduating in May of 2002 and it still strikes a wondrous, magical chord with me. If you want to know me, know my school. If you want to know my school, and most especially its beautiful and indomitable spirit, read this book.