Reveille, First Lady of Texas A&M

Reveille, First Lady of Texas A&M by Rusty & Vannessa Burson. Published by Texas A&M University Press, College Station, TX, 2004. 1st Stated Signed Edition. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Fine in Good DJ. 135 Pgs. ISBN 1585443484. LCCN 2004002543. Inscribed on frontispiece ''Dr Scott Chapman, Aggie Vet, Here's to the great traditions of Texas A&M & the unconditional love of a dog. Gig' Em, Rusty & Vanessa Burson.'' Number 100: Centennial Series of the Association of Former Students, Texas A&M University. This richly illustrated book traces this history of Texas A&M's mascot, Reveille, from the first mutt of uncertain origins to Reveille VII, an American collie of purebred lineage and scientific breeding. It tells the collective story of the lives of Reveille at Texas A&M: Reveille's life in the dorm and her privileges in classrooms; the dog-napping by in-state rivals that made national news in the 1990s; and her effect on the lives of those who have shared the campus with her, cared for her, and loved her. The text is accompanied by formal portraits of the successive Revs and candid snaps of her at work and at play. Description text copyright 2008 BooksForComfort. Item ID 18313.