Points of a Compass

The autobiography details Robert M. Berdahl's journey as a historian and university administrator, highlighting his leadership roles at prominent institutions like the University of Texas at Austin and the University of California, Berkeley. It explores the challenges and opportunities he encountered throughout his career while reflecting on his responses to societal changes in America over the past seven decades since World War II. The narrative provides insights into the evolving landscape of higher education and the impact of historical events on university leadership.