Texas and Southwestern Lore - Paperback

FormatBook

Language English

ISBN-13 / SKU 9781574411041

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by J. Frank Dobie (Editor)

This Texas Folklore Society Publication is divided into two volumes of rich, Texan folklore. The first volume contains eight folk tales, varying from "Lore of the Llano Estacado" to "Myths of the Tejas Indians." The second volume centers around the cowboy way of life and cowboy songs, such as "Songs the Cowboys Sing" and "Song of the Open Range."

Author Biography

J. Frank Dobie (1888-1964) was an American folklorist, writer, and newspaper columnist best known for many books depicting the richness and traditions of life in rural Texas. In 1922, he became secretary of the Texas Folklore Society and held the post for 21 years.

Number of Pages: 260

Dimensions: 0.68 x 9.05 x 6.07 IN

Illustrated: Yes

Publication Date: April 20, 2000

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