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Texas Book Festival, October 25-26, 2014
Established in 1995 by Laura Bush, the Texas Book Festival has evolved into one of the premier literary events in the country. Over 250 authors are handpicked by the festival selection committee to head up a diverse schedule, and more than 40,000 book lovers from around the state flock to Austin to enjoy readings, panel discussions, book signings, cooking demonstrations, music, local food, and more.
CLICK HERE to see the full schedule of this FREE event!
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OFFICIAL 2014 TBF FEATURED AUTHORS
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Come hear professional photographer Paul Chaplo as he discusses the unique perspective with which he was able to capture one of the most gorgeous and secretive landscapes in all of Texas in stunning fashion.
SESSION INFORMATION
*See below for joint session information
with J. Griffis Smith
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J. Griffis Smith
Recently retired Texas Highways Magazine photo editor J. Griffis Smith talks about the many faces and places he has seen and photographed throughout his 30+ years of travel documenting the great and diverse state of Texas.
SESSION INFORMATION
"Views of Texas"
Saturday, October 25; 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
The Contemporary Austin--Jones Center (700 Congress)
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SESSION INFORMATION
"Presidential Precedents"
Saturday, October 25; 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
C-SPAN2/ Book TV Tent
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Member of the Texas Institute of Letters, lifetime Texas State Historical Association Fellow, current Barbara White Stuart Centennial Professorship in Texas History Fellow at the University of Texas, and current Institute for Historical Studies Fellow Emilio Zamora discusses Tejano history, heritage,
and legacy. Sunday, October 26; 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Texas State Capitol: Capitol Extension Room E2.016
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Texas A&M University Press
John H. Lindsey Building, Lewis Street
4354 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-4354
BOOK ORDERS: 800.826.8911
www.tamupress.com
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