Dolph Briscoe: My Life in Texas Ranching and Politics (Hardcover)

~ (Author), Don Carleton (Contributor)

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Dolph Briscoe, governor of Texas from 1973 until 1979, is the largest individual landowner and rancher in a state famous for its huge ranches. He is one of the most respected businessmen in Texas, with a portfolio that includes banks, agribusinesses, cattle, and oil and gas properties. His philanthropy has provided much-needed support to a wide range of educational, medical, scientific, and cultural institutions. As a member of the state legislature in the decade following World War II, Briscoe was the author of major legislation that improved the daily lives of farmers and ranchers throughout Texas. As an activist leader of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, Briscoe played a significant role in the successful effort to eliminate the screwworm, an age-old scourge of the livestock industry. As a friend and associate of a number of major American political figures, he has been an eyewitness to history. And as a governor who assumed office following one of the most far-reaching corruption scandals in Texas history, Briscoe played a crucial role in restoring public confidence in the integrity of state government.

Don Carleton, executive director of the Center for American History at the University of Texas at Austin, conducted a series of lengthy oral history interviews with Governor Briscoe over a period of eight years to produce this book.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 296 pages
• Publisher: Center for American History, University of Texas at Austin (September 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0976669722
• ISBN-13: 978-0976669722
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #756,489 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Honest and interesting!, December 25, 2008

By	Richard J. Archer "Richard Archer" (Temple Texas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

very honest as is the former Gov of Texas, Dolph Briscoe
great family and great heritage. we respect Dolph and his family a great deal.. my wife is from Uvalde worth the investment and proceeds help the local museum! Thanks Dolph for sharing your story!
Virginia Kay and Richard Archer