Notes from Texas : on writing in the Lone Star state INSCRIBED

Jameson, W. C.

ISBN 10: 0875653588 / ISBN 13: 9780875653587

Published by Texas Christian University Press, Fort Worth, TX, 2008

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254 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. ; maroon full cloth with gilt spine lettering ; dj in mylar. INSCRIBED by Jameson on title to Margaret Waring of Comanche, Texas. W. C. Jameson has compiled an assorted collection of essays by fourteen of the most prominent Texas writers through which he hopes to explore the following questions: "How did they accomplish their goals? Why did they choose the writing life? What influence did the history, lore, and culture of Texas play in their creative process?" While readily citing the "decidedly Texas flavor" in his own fiction, Jameson seeks to uncover the inspirations in other writers from both the expansive and rugged Texas terrain as well as the varied people therein. Notes from an outsider / Judy Alter -- Something to say / Robert Flynn -- Nine ball, corner pocket / Don Graham -- Why I write / Rolando Hinojosa-Smith -- The country of the mind / Paulette Jiles -- I love a good western / Elmer Kelton -- Famous Arthur / Larry L. King -- Two states of mind / James Ward Lee -- Barbarians, cowboys, and private eyes : how I became a Texas writer / James Reasoner -- From wit to wisdom : the irony of the artistic journey / Clay Reynolds -- Saved to the uttermost : the life and times of a nai?ve Texas writer / Joyce Gibson Roach -- Drawing inspiration / Red Steagall -- Universal truths in your own back yard / Carlton Stowers -- Confessions of a Texas publisher/writer / Frances Brannen Vick.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Notes from Texas : on writing in the Lone Star state INSCRIBED
• Publisher: Texas Christian University Press, Fort Worth, TX
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0875653588
• ISBN 13: 9780875653587
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New
• Dust Jacket Condition: New
• Signed: Inscribed by Author(s)
• Seller catalogs:
  • Literaria
  • Texana

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Synopsis

From the Guadalupe Mountains of the Chihuahuan Desert to the Hill Country to the Red River, the vast geographic landscape of Texas has afforded the cultural depth and diversity to inspire its writers. The richness of Texas folklore, history, and traditions has left an unmistakable mark on the art of the region. Both native and transplant Texas writers alike have been keenly shaped by the distinctive aroma of fresh corn tortillas, tales of Mescalero Apaches, and Tejano and ranchera music.

Jameson has compiled an assorted collection of fourteen essays by some of the most prominent Texas writers through which he hopes to explore the following questions: “How did they accomplish their goals? Why did they choose the writing life? What influence did the history, lore, and culture of Texas play in their creative process?” While readily citing the “decidedly Texas flavor” in his own fiction, Jameson seeks to uncover the inspirations in other writers from both the expansive and rugged Texas terrain as well as the varied people therein.

The fourteen writers who comprise Notes from Texas range from the captivating and often humorous essayist Larry L. King to the beloved historical novelist Elmer Kelton. Other contributors include James Ward Lee, known for his expertise in Texas cuisine and culture, and poet and songwriter Red Steagall. This collection bestows each with a “chance to express what they wished to share about their art and their life as a Texas writer.”

About the Author

W. C. Jameson is the award-winning author of some fifty books, numerous articles and essays, hundreds of songs, and dozens of poems. He has written and performed in a musical and penned the sound tracks for three films. When not writing, Jameson performs at folk festivals, roadhouses, dance halls, and on television. He splits his time between Texas and Colorado.