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Texfake: An Account of the Theft and Forgery of Early Texas Printed Documents,Used
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Texfake is the result of three years of investigation into the scandal surrounding the 1988 discovery of forged copies of the Texas Declaration of Independence. The New York Times, Texas Monthly, and The New Yorker all carried articles on the affair, but this is the definitive account of the history and impact of the Texas forger and his wares.Austin rare book dealer Taylor lays out the facts concerning the forgeries: who made them; when and how they were made; how they were discovered; and whether or not the dealers involved know what they were selling. He also reveals for the first time the devastating impact of the looting of Texas libraries by thieves in the 1960s.Taylor discusses in detail all of the printed Texas documents known to have been forged or fabricated and includes a census of every known copy, genuine or fake. The thirtynine illustrations demonstrate how to distinguish between genuine and forged copies.Pulitzer Prizewinning novelist Larry McMurtry's introduction delivers on his promise to 'slap on a little of the color that Tom Taylor has had to leave off.' McMurtry offers an amusing but cleareyed account of the principal dealers in the affair, Dorman David and John Jenkins, and their 'topspeed stampede through the trade' from the perspective of a former employee of David's bookshop and later a dealer who knew both men.
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- Q: What is 'Texfake' about? A: 'Texfake' is a detailed investigation into the scandal of forged copies of the Texas Declaration of Independence discovered in 1988, exploring the history and impact of the forger and his forgeries.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Texfake'? A: The author of 'Texfake' is W. Thomas Taylor, a rare book dealer who provides a comprehensive account of the forgeries and their implications.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Texfake' is published in a hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality feel.
- Q: When was 'Texfake' published? A: 'Texfake' was published on January 1, 1991.
- Q: How many pages does 'Texfake' contain? A: 'Texfake' contains a total of 180 pages.
- Q: Is 'Texfake' a new or used book? A: 'Texfake' is categorized as a new book, indicating it is in pristine condition.
- Q: What edition of 'Texfake' is available? A: 'Texfake' is available in its first edition.
- Q: What are the key features of 'Texfake'? A: 'Texfake' features detailed discussions on the forgeries, a census of known copies, and thirty-nine illustrations for distinguishing genuine from forged documents.
- Q: Does 'Texfake' include illustrations? A: Yes, 'Texfake' includes thirty-nine illustrations that help readers identify genuine versus forged Texas documents.
- Q: What other topics does 'Texfake' cover? A: 'Texfake' also discusses the impact of library looting in Texas during the 1960s and the roles of key dealers involved in the forgery scandal.