The City in Texas: A History

by David G. McComb

Book Overview

Texans love the idea of wide-open spaces and, before World War II, the majority of the state's people did live and work on the land. Between 1940 and 1950, however, the balance shifted from rural to urban, and today 88 percent of Texans live in cities and embrace the amenities of urban culture. The rise of Texas cities is a fascinating story that has not been previously told. Yet it is essential for understanding both the state's history and its...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1477328564
• ISBN13: 9781477328569
• Release Date: November 2023
• Publisher: University of Texas Press
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.9" x 8.9"