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Author
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
In 1834, a German immigrant to Texas, D. T. F. (Detlef Thomas Friedrich) Jordt, aka Detlef Dunt, published Reise nach Texas, a delightful little book that praised Texas as "a land which puts riches in [the immigrant's] lap, which can bring happiness to thousands and to their descendants." Dunt's volume was the first one written by an on-the-ground observer to encourage German immigration to Texas, and it provides an unparalleled portrait of Austin's...
22) Texas
Series
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
Explore Texas landforms, its plains and basins. See the Alamo and big cities such as Houston. Learn about dinosaur discoveries, the history, industry, and natural resources and climate of Texas. Discover the social life and cultures of the people living in Texas. Learn about Texas ranching and the productive oil industry of the state.
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