Legends of Texas by J. Frank Dobie

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Editor Dobie, J. Frank (James Frank), 1888-1964
Title Legends of Texas
Edition Second edition
Original Publication United States: Texas Folk-Lore Society, 1924.
Series Title Publications of the Texas Folk-Lore Society, Number III
Credits Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "Legends of Texas" by J. Frank Dobie is a collection of folklore and treasure legends published in the early 20th century. This work delves into the rich tapestry of Texan history by documenting various legends associated with treasure, supernatural occurrences, and tales of love that offer readers insights into the culture and experiences of those who have inhabited the region. At the start of the collection, the editor shares insights into his efforts to compile the Texas legends and discusses the significance of these narratives in understanding the state's cultural heritage. He acknowledges contributions from various individuals around Texas and mentions that the book includes a variety of tales related to buried treasures, lost mines, supernatural legends, and lovers' lore, with special attention given to the legendary San Saba Mines and various treasure stories rooted in the Mexican and Spanish history of the area. These legends not only serve to entertain but reflect the hopes, dreams, and imaginations of those who tell them, painting a vivid picture of Texas’s folklore traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
Subject Legends -- Texas
Subject Tales -- Texas
Subject Treasure troves -- Texas -- Folklore
Subject Mines and mineral resources -- Texas -- Folklore
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EBook-No. 70859
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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