Roadside History of Texas - (Roadside History (Paperback)) by C Leon Metz (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Metz, known by his peers as a meticulous researcher, has done a monumental job of fact assembly to fill this fast-paced volume. He begins with highlight "Facts About Texas"--geography, highway system, chronology. Comes next a 24-page history of the state, with the conclusion, 'Unearthing that (Texas) past and enriching your present is the purpose of this book. So get behind the wheel and let's drive.'<br> He has divided the state into eight regions; each section is preceded with a review of the geology of the area to be reviewed, its flora and fauna, and targeted history. Then comes concise reports on the region's cities, towns and hamlets.With no wasted words the history of each is mentioned, the derivation of its name in most cases, sights to see, places to visit. <br>The author certainly has had his eyes on Texas."<br>--Wallace E. Clayton, <i>The Tombstone Epitaph</i><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Texas history reaches far back in time by North American standards. It is fascinating by anyone's measure. Modern Texas is woven from the frayed but still firm-and always colorful-strands of its rich past. Few other states have so many varied regions with such distinct local flavors. In these pages, the past and present are brought to life by a man well qualified to lasso the immensity of Texas and bring it under his calm control. Texas means "friendly," and Leon Metz's treatment of its history stays true to that sentiment.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"The best book thus far in an altogether excellent series, a cornucopia of beautiful, often funny, anecdotes and data on every corner of the vast state."<br>
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