Life and Adventures of Ben Thompson the Famous Texan.

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This book is a biography of Ben Thompson, "Including a detailed and authentic statement of his birth, history and adventures by one who has known him since a child" (from the title page). The original of this item includes an insert from The Steck Company giving a brief overview of the history of the book (number of copies published, prices, etc.).

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229 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.

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Walton, W. M. 1956.

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  • The Steck Company
    Publisher Info: "A Facsimile Edition"
    Place of Publication: Austin, Texas

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Description

This book is a biography of Ben Thompson, "Including a detailed and authentic statement of his birth, history and adventures by one who has known him since a child" (from the title page). The original of this item includes an insert from The Steck Company giving a brief overview of the history of the book (number of copies published, prices, etc.).

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229 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.

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On title page: "Austin: Published by the Author. 1884."

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  • 1956

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Walton, W. M. Life and Adventures of Ben Thompson the Famous Texan., book, 1956; Austin, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth38114/: accessed April 28, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Austin History Center, Austin Public Library.

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