Texas in a Nutshell: A Dictionary of Information, Concerning the Greatest State, in the American Union (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Harry Van Demark

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656453982 ISBN 13: 9780656453986

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore Texas in a Nutshell: a compact guide to the state’s crops, minerals, and growing industries.

This reference book compiles practical information on Texas’s agricultural variety, natural resources, and commercial potential. It presents vivid snapshots of regional strengths, from fruit belts and truck crops to mines, lumber, and manufacturing, making it a handy quick-look for researchers, students, and curious readers alike.

The work highlights how different regions contribute to the state’s economy, with notes on climate, production ranges, and practical outcomes. It uses concrete examples to show what Texas can produce, grow, mine, or manufacture, and it frames the state as a diverse landscape of opportunities.

• Detailed glimpses of crops, fruits, and livestock, with real‑world production context.
• Overview of minerals, materials, and early 20th‑century industries shaping Texas.
• Insights into climate ranges, infrastructure, and regional advantages.
• A historical snapshot of missions, towns, and the state’s commercial profile.

Ideal for readers seeking a concise, fact‑driven portrait of Texas as a land of resources and enterprise, as seen in this edition.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656453982
• ISBN 13: 9780656453986
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 48