Rivers of Texas by Verne Huser

"Huser is a superb writer . . . the guts of Rivers of Texas offer almost as much enjoyment as a river trip itself."—Paddler Magazine

". . . a comprehensive and loving picture of Texas' many rivers . . . [Huser has] an intimate knowledge and a deep concern for their future as man continues to tamper with them."—Elmer Kelton

Texas’ rivers are part of the state’s history, charm, and lore. Battles have been fought on their banks, cities have been founded along their cool currents, and countless legends have been told of their treacherous crossings and brackish waters.

In Rivers of Texas, Verne Huser captures the mystery and beauty of the state’s waterways. By presenting the landscape, historical accounts, geological formations, economic development, and recreational opportunities along the many streams, Huser displays how rivers influence everything in Texas.

Huser identifies four groupings of Texas rivers: border rivers, heart-of-Texas rivers, regional rivers, and Gulf Coast rivers. He gives information about the size, location, tributaries, and special sites along each river and combines documented history with colorful legends and personal anecdotes based on his own experiences. Brilliant descriptions of the wildlife and vegetation and sixty vivid photographs enhance the text.

Written in straightforward language and an approachable tone, Rivers of Texas is both informative and entertaining. Huser’s love for his subject and his wisdom gained from traveling and studying these rivers is evident, while his fresh blend of facts and folklore will fascinate anyone wanting to learn more about the waterways of Texas.

VERNE HUSER, a retired English teacher, now archivist at Albuquerque Academy, has been a river guide for more than forty years, a National Park Service ranger and naturalist, and an environmental mediator. He is the author of five previous books on rivers and river recreation and the editor of an anthology of river literature.

Number Thirty-two: Louise Lindsey Merrick Natural Environment Series

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Rivers of Texas
1-58544-369-7 paper $16.95

LC 99-26673. 6 1/8x9 1/4. 264 pp. 60 b&w photos. Map. Bib. Index.
Natural History. Reference Books. Texas History.

NEW IN PAPER MARCH 2004
Published in 2000

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