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Mike the Tiger: The Roar of LSU

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Mike the Tiger has symbolized the spirit and unravel of Louisiana State University for over seventy-five years. Fiercely confident, keenly competitive, marvelously clever, and the only live tiger to reside on a college campus, Mike reigns nobly from his home just outdoor of Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge.

In this completely up to date and visually stunning new edition of Mike the Tiger, David G. Baker and W. Sheldon Bivin tell the story of the famed mascot from the Civil War origins of LSU’s fighting tiger tradition to the present age of social media. They debunk the myths, confirm the legends, and share priceless at the back of-the-scenes anecdotes as they chronicle the reign of every of the six Mikes. Included are 70 additional photos, for a total of 200 images, in addition to new details about:

• The construction of a spacious natural enclosure for Mike in 2005, complete with waterfall, stream, pool, shrubs, rocks, and grass

• The final years of Mike V, who used to be hand-raised at LSU, and the outpouring of condolences upon his death

• The exciting arrival and introduction of Mike VI and the establishment of his reputation as in all probability the most affectionate and inquisitive personality of any LSU tiger to date

• The naming of a sixth subspecies of tiger, the Malayan, and the current status of global tiger preservation efforts

• Regularly asked questions and answers about Mike’s care and lifestyle

Mike the Tiger provides a treat for all who ever said, “Meet me at the tiger cage,” for all who still marvel at his regal appearance, and for all who will eternally bleed purple and gold.


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