Texan Identities: Moving Beyond Myth, Memory, and Fallacy in Texas History (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781574416480)

Texan Identities rests on the assumption that Texas has distinctive identities that define "what it means to be Texan," and that these identities flow from myth and memory. What constitutes a Texas identity and how may such change over time? What myths, memories, and fallacies contribute to making a Texas identity? Are all the myths and memories that define Texas identity true or are some of them fallacious? Is there more than one Texas identity?

The discussion begins with the idealized narrative and icons revolving around the Texas Revolution. The Texas Rangers in myth and memory are also explored. Other essays expand on traditional and increasingly outdated interpretations of the Anglo-American myth of Texas by considering little known roles played by women, racial minorities, and specific stereotypes such as the cattleman.


Author: Light Townsend Cummins
ISBN-10: 1574416480
ISBN-13: 9781574416480
Publisher: University of North Texas Press
Language: English
Published: 08/22/2016
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.30w x 0.90d