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The Portable Handbook of Texas, edited by Roy Barkley and Mark F. Odintz and published by the Texas State Historical Association in 2000, is a single-volume condensed edition of The New Handbook of Texas (1996). Drawing from the definitive six-volume encyclopedia, this portable reference presents a comprehensive yet accessible overview of Texas history, geography, and culture, with concise entries on the state's people, places, and events - an essential companion for anyone interested in the rich heritage of Texas. The Portable Handbook of Texas, edited by Roy Barkley & Mark F. Odintz. Published by the Texas State Historical Association, Austin, Texas, 2000. First edition. A near fine condition, substantial hardback (weighing around 2.8kg). With black cloth spine with gilt titles and grey paper over boards. The colour dustjacket is near fine (some age spotting to reverse). All soundly bound. Text is clean and bright throughout. Illustrated in black and white. Text in English. ix + (1) + 1072pp. Dimensions: Approximately 285mm high x 223mm wide x 55mm deep. Approximate weight: 2.8kg (unpacked).

The New Handbook of Texas (1996) is a comprehensive six-volume encyclopedia covering the history, geography, culture, and people of Texas from its earliest settlements to the late 20th century. Edited by historian Ron Tyler and published by the Texas State Historical Association, it contains thousands of detailed entries on places, events, institutions, and notable individuals, serving as the definitive reference work on all aspects of Texas history and heritage. The New Handbook of Texas, in Six Volumes. Editor in Chief; Ron Tyler. Complete. Published by the Texas State Historical Association, Austin, Texas. Dated 1996 to title page, although printer's number line suggests that this is a 2nd impression printed in 1997. A very good set of substantial hardbacks (each volume weighs aorund 3kg). In blue cloth with blind stamped title to front cover and printed titles to spine. With some light shelf wear. All soundly bound, with just a little give in the hinges due to weight of text blocks. The letter classification on the spine of Volume 2 is partially printed - likely production flaw. Text is clean and bright throughout. Volume I with a 76 colour plates near the beginning of the book. Elsewhere illustrated with black and white images. Text in English. Dimensions: Each volume approximately 286mm high x 223mm wide x 65mm deep. Approximate weight: 18kg (the set - unpacked). A very heavy set - may require extra postage for international delivery.