The Way We Were Texas: Nostalgic Images of the Lone Star State

by Wayne Youngblood

Unashamedly nostalgic and compulsively readable, The Way We Were series does exactly what the title It recaptures what life was like in each place covered in years gone by—particularly between the 1920s and 1970s.   These books remind readers of the past through a rare collection of evocative photographs and the deft words of a knowledgeable writer. After a general introduction that sets the scene, six chapters cover all aspects of the its main attractions, infrastructure, home life, leisure activities, sports—and the harder-to-categorize qualities that make each place special.   A perfect gift for those who live or have lived in a particular state or region, as well as visitors, this new series provides a fascinating selection of images that will bring back memories of the past.

128 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the pictures of my home state