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TEXFAKE, AN ACCOUNT OF THE THEFT AND FORGERY OF EARLY TEXAS PRINTED DOCUMENTS
Taylor, W. Thomas
First edition. With an introduction by Larry McMurtry. Describes the history and impact of various forged Texas documents. Mr. Taylor, who was instrumental in uncovering the forgeries, includes his own evidence, which made him suspect forgery. The forged and original documents are described in detail. The text includes an up-to-date census of each document as well as plates that illustrate differences between the genuine document and the fake. Also gives an account of the related looting and reselling of items belonging to Texas libraries. An in-depth and readable book.
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NOTES ON THE HISTORY OF THE ELSTON PRESS.
by Johnson, Herbert H.
First edition, printed in a limited edition of 225 numbered copies. Printed letterpress at the Press of Michael and Winifred Bixler. A history of the press in addition to bibliography. Describes 26 books and 26 pieces of ephemera. Illustrated. Includes bibliography and index. The only Elston Press bibliography to date. Front cover has scratches.
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