The Texas Guide [Paperback]

Gary James Tidwell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 20, 2000

Within the vastness of Texas lies magnificent scenery, bits of small- town color, and big-city culture. From the Red River Valley in the north to the Hill Country in the heart of the state, to the Gulf Coast region, the Texas Guide is packed with valuable information on rural and cosmopolitan cultural attractions, festivals and events, outdoor attractions, museums, parks and preserves, accommodations, restaurants, and services.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Texas is too big and diverse to cover in detail in one volume, but James, coauthor of six previous travel books on the state, has produced a fine introduction and basic source. For more than 30 years, James traveled widely in the state to interview people and investigate places, thus developing stories for his syndicated TV show Eyes of Texas. He certainly succeeds in presenting information on all areas of the state, both urban and rural. James captures some of Texas's special flavor in his description of such attractions as a restored section of Route 66 in Amarillo and the Dr. Pepper Museum in Waco. More traditional tourist destinations like parks, museums, restaurants, and hotels are also included. Maps and photos help orient the reader. Recommended for larger public libraries.
Gwen Gregory, New Mexico State Univ., Las Cruces
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From the Publisher

Travel to Sarah's Restaurant in Fort Stockton, where you'll be treated to the state's best spinach enchilada. Take the family to visit the large amusement park, Six Flags Over Texas in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. And for natural wonders, visit Big Bend National Park in the Far West region. Or experience sites steeped in history, such as the Alamo and the Mission Walk in San Antonio. Whatever your pleasure, The Texas Guide will make your trip through the state enlightening, entertaining, and educational.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing (April 20, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1555913717
• ISBN-13: 978-1555913717
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,415,752 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars out of date material, May 23, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Texas Guide (Paperback)

On page 286, the book states that the Audie Murphy room in Greenville is located in the Walworth Harrison Library on Lee St. (1) a new library was built about eight years ago and the Audie Murphy room was moved to the Cotton Museum, which is not mentioned as something to see and do.

In the area of Kingsville, the Kings Inn on Baffin Bay is not mentioned as a place to eat. It is one of the oldest and finest seafood restaurents in Texas, while Carl's Corner is near Hillsboro is listed. A truck stop.

I realize that compiling all this information was a big task, and that sometimes data goes out of date as fast as you write it.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Texan who knows all about Texas!, August 29, 2000

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A Misplaced Texan in Arkansas (Fayetteville) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Texas Guide (Paperback)

I received a copy of The Texas Guide by Gary James as a gift. The anecdotes and stories about family, friends and places make this travel guide a unique reading experience. It made me feel like I was reading a friend or relatives first hand account of a trip they took. Texans like to brag and Gary does an outstanding job of "bragging" about one of the friendliest places in the world! Gary has traveled from Texarkana to El Paso and from Wichita Falls to Brownsville covering the great State of Texas for his show--from great food and great music to wonderful fishing holes and golf courses and on to the small, relatively unknown little spots in the road, it is apparent tht Gary has experienced them all first hand! I collect books of all kinds on Texas and this is the best I have read. Congratulations, on an informative, witty, wonderfully well-written book on the best place in the world! Makes me homesick!