Author: Jacob Keyes
Publisher: The Little Gipper Company
Release Date: 01-12-2012
Details: The Little Gipper's Welcome to Notre Dame Football is a great way for young and old alike to learn about the University of Notre Dame and its world-famous football team! Author, Jacob Keyes, was eleven years old when the book was published in 2012. He began following Notre Dame football when he was seven years old and instantly became a huge and loyal fan. He was lucky enough to visit Notre Dame for a summer football camp when he was eight years old and was so excited to be at Notre Dame that he stayed up until 2:00 a.m. the first night exploring the campus! He was just amazed at the shiny Golden Dome, the candlelight in the Grotto, the Basilica, the Hesburgh Library, and of course, Notre Dame Stadium (even in the dark!). In writing this book, he learned that Coach Lou Holtz once said this about Notre Dame: "If you've been there, no explanation is necessary. If you haven't, none is adequate." Jacob says, "What I think this means is that Notre Dame is a very special place. It really is. Notre Dame truly inspires me and I wrote this book to help fans like me who want to learn more about the really cool traditions of this great University and its famous football team." After publication, compliments from Notre Dame greats flooded in, including this one from Lou Holtz himself: "The most loyal Notre Dame fans, such as myself, start out following the Irish at an early age. The Little Gipper will do this for the youngsters. But I must warn you that adults will enjoy it also!" After the team's 2012-13 season and trip to the National Championship, Jacob felt like he had to write a supplement to his book. Echoes Awake! The Fighting Irish and Their Magical 2012-13 Season was published in September of 2013 and is now included with purchase. Jacob hopes you enjoy this book as much as he enjoyed writing it. Go Irish!
EAN: 9780615656373
Package Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.5 x 0.7 inches
Item Note: Signed by the author and dedicated to the previous recipient.
Item Condition: CollectibleVeryGood