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Danger Pay
Memoir of a Photojournalist in the Middle East, 1984-1994
By Carol Spencer Mitchell; Edited by Ellen Spencer Susman
University of Texas Press
An engrossing memoir in which a photojournalist records both the precursors to today’s conflicts in the Middle East and her own deeply felt conviction that news coverage of the region actually increases the conflicts there.
The Making of Hillary Clinton
The White House Years
University of Texas Press
These revealing, never-before-published photographs from the Clinton White House chronicle Hillary Clinton’s transformation into a national policymaker and foreshadow her unprecedented role as a trailblazer for women in presidential politics.
Houston on the Move
A Photographic History
By Steven R. Strom; By (photographer) Bob Bailey Studios
University of Texas Press
Presenting over two hundred previously unpublished images from the city’s largest and most comprehensive photographic archive, this volume chronicles Houston’s transformation into a city of international importance.
Comfort and Glory
Two Centuries of American Quilts from the Briscoe Center
University of Texas Press
Showcasing 115 remarkable quilts that span more than two hundred years of American quiltmaking, this volume introduces an outstanding collection of American quilts and quilt history documentation, the Winedale Quilt Collection at the Briscoe Center for Am
Picturing Texas Politics
A Photographic History from Sam Houston to Rick Perry
University of Texas Press
With rare, previously unpublished photographs and iconic images of politicians from the state’s founders to Ann Richards, George W. Bush, and Rick Perry, here is the first-ever photographic album of Texas politicians and political campaigns.
Front Row Seat
A Photographic Portrait of the Presidency of George W. Bush
By Eric Draper; Introduction by George W. Bush
University of Texas Press
With an extraordinary collection of images, many never before published, Chief White House Photographer Eric Draper presents a compelling, behind-the-scenes view of the entire presidency of George W. Bush, from dramatic events such as 9/11 to relaxed, int
Texas Furniture, Volume Two
The Cabinetmakers and Their Work, 1840–1880
University of Texas Press
With over 150 additional pieces of furniture that were not included in Volume One, color photographs, and a new introduction, Texas Furniture, Volume Two completes the definitive guide to the state’s rich heritage of locally made nineteenth-century furniture and the craftsmen who produced it.
The Texas Book Two
More Profiles, History, and Reminiscences of the University
Edited by David Dettmer
University of Texas Press
Continuing the story begun in The Texas Book: Profiles, History, and Reminiscences of the University, this richly illustrated volume offers a highly readable, in-depth exploration of the personalities and events that have made the University of Texas at A
Texas Furniture, Volume One
The Cabinetmakers and Their Work, 1840-1880, Revised edition
University of Texas Press
Back in print for the first time in thirty years and thoroughly updated, Texas Furniture is the definitive guide to the state’s rich heritage of locally made nineteenth-century furniture and the craftsmen who produced it.
The House Will Come To Order
How the Texas Speaker Became a Power in State and National Politics
University of Texas Press
The first exploration of Texas’s Speaker of the House—a role that has evolved from powerless obscurity to heavyweight political preeminence.
The Hogg Family and Houston
Philanthropy and the Civic Ideal
University of Texas Press
The stirring story of the legendary Hogg family’s philanthropic contributions to Texas, and the pivotal trends of urban growth and civic support exemplified in their lives.
Eckhardt
There Once Was a Congressman from Texas
By Gary A. Keith; Introduction by Al Gore
University of Texas Press
A biography of renowned U.S. congressman, Texas state legislator, labor lawyer, and political organizer Bob Eckhardt.
Harry Reasoner
A Life in the News
University of Texas Press
The first biography of the broadcast journalist who was once rated second in credibility only to Walter Cronkite and who co-founded the TV newsmagazine 60 Minutes.
Kindler of Souls
Rabbi Henry Cohen of Texas
University of Texas Press
The definitive portrait of a legendary Texas rabbi, written by his grandson.
The Texas Book
Profiles, History, and Reminiscences of the University
Edited by Richard A. Holland
University of Texas Press
An informal, highly readable history of the University of Texas at Austin told through the stories of some of its most colorful characters and era-defining events.
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