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J. Frank Dobie

American writer

Died when: 75 years 358 days (911 months)
Star Sign: Libra

 

J. Frank Dobie

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.

As a public figure, he was known in his lifetime for his outspoken liberal views against Texas state politics, and 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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