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J. Frank Dobie

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Dobie, J. Frank
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1888-09-26
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1964-09-18
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James Frank Dobie (September 26, 1888 – September 18, 1964) was an American folklorist, writer, and newspaper columnist best known for his many books depicting the richness and traditions of life in rural Texas during the days of the open range. He was known in his lifetime for his outspoken liberal views against Texas state politics, and he carried out a long, personal war against what he saw as braggart Texans, religious prejudice, restraints on individual liberty, and the mechanized world's assault on the human spirit. He was instrumental in saving the Texas Longhorn breed of cattle from extinction.

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Guide to Life and Literature of the SouthwesteBook?1995-08-01
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Goodreads Author ID
99122
ISNI
0000000108809590
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dobiejfrank
OpenLibrary Author ID
OL116183A
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25494909
Wikidata ID
Q3156800

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