Folklore in Motion

Folklore in Motion
Author: Kenneth L. Untiedt
Publisher: University of North Texas Press
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2007
Genre: History
ISBN: 1574412388

The adventurous spirit of Texans has led to much travel lore, from stories of how ancestors first came to the state to reflections of how technology has affected the customs, language, and stories of life "on the go." This Publication of the Texas Folklore Society features articles from beloved storytellers like John O. West, Kenneth W. Davis, and F. E. Abernethy as well as new voices like Janet Simonds. Chapters contain traditional "Gone to Texas" accounts and articles about people or methods of travel from days gone by. Others are dedicated to trains and cars and the lore associated with two-wheeled machines, machines that fly, and machines that scream across the land at dangerous speeds. The volume concludes with articles that consider how we fuel our machines and ourselves, and the rituals we engage in when we're on our way from here to there.

Mason's World Encyclopedia of Livestock Breeds and Breeding, 2 Volume Pack

Mason's World Encyclopedia of Livestock Breeds and Breeding, 2 Volume Pack
Author: Valerie Porter
Publisher: CABI
Total Pages: 1109
Release: 2016-03-09
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1845934660

Mason's World Encyclopedia of Livestock Breeds and Breeding describes breeds of livestock worldwide as well as a range of breed-related subjects such as husbandry, health and behaviour. This definitive and prestigious reference work presents easily accessible information on domestication (including wild ancestors and related species), genetics and breeding, livestock produce and markets, as well as breed conservation and the cultural and social aspects of livestock farming. Written by renowned livestock authorities, these volumes draw on the authors' lifelong interest and involvement in livestock breeds of the world, presenting a unique, comprehensive and fully cross-referenced guide to cattle, buffalo, horses, pigs, sheep, asses, goats, camelids, yak and other domesticants.

Historic Abilene

Historic Abilene
Author: Tracy McGlothlin Shilcutt
Publisher: HPN Books
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2000-08-04
Genre: History
ISBN: 1893619060

An illustrated history of Abilene, Texas paired with histories of the local companies