The Life Story Of W. Lee O'Daniel (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164491125)

The Life Story Of W. Lee O'Daniel is a biography written by C. L. Douglas that chronicles the life of W. Lee O'Daniel, a prominent figure in Texas politics and broadcasting during the early to mid-20th century. The book provides a detailed account of O'Daniel's rise to fame, starting from his humble beginnings as a flour salesman to his eventual success as a radio personality and governor of Texas. The biography delves into O'Daniel's personal life, including his family, his religious beliefs, and his political ideology. It also covers his controversial tenure as governor, including his opposition to the New Deal and his support for segregation. Throughout the book, Douglas provides a balanced and nuanced portrayal of O'Daniel, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses. He draws on a wide range of sources, including interviews with O'Daniel's family and colleagues, to provide a comprehensive and insightful look at this influential Texan. Overall, The Life Story Of W. Lee O'Daniel is a well-written and informative biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of Texas' most fascinating and complex figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: C. L. Douglas, Francis Miller
ISBN-10: 1164491121
ISBN-13: 9781164491125
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 240
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d