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Oklahoma: A History Paperback – Illustrated, March 1, 2011

by W. David Baird (Author), Danney Goble (Author)
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The product of two of Oklahoma’s foremost authorities on the history of the 46th state, Oklahoma: A History is the first comprehensive narrative to bring the story of the Sooner State to the threshold of its centennial.

From the tectonic formation of Oklahoma’s varied landscape to the recovery and renewal following the Oklahoma City bombing, this readable book includes both the well-known and the not-so-familiar of the state’s people, events, and places. W. David Baird and Danney Goble offer fresh perspectives on such widely recognized history makers as Sequoyah, the 1889 Land Run, and the Glenn Pool oil strike. But they also give due attention to Black Seminole John Horse, Tulsa’s Greenwood District, Coach Bertha Frank Teague’s 40-year winning streak with the Byng Lady Pirates, and other lesser-known but equally important milestones. The result is a rousing, often surprising, and ever-fascinating story.

Oklahoma history is an intricate tapestry of themes, stories, and perspectives, including those of the state’s diverse population of American Indians, the land’s original human occupants. An appendix provides suggestions for trips to Oklahoma’s historic places and for further reading. Enhanced by more than 40 illustrations, including 11 maps, this definitive history of the state ensures that experiences shared by Oklahomans of the past will be passed on to future generations.

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    University of Oklahoma Press
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    March 1, 2011
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  6. ISBN-10
    0806141972
  7. ISBN-13
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"Lively prose, vivid biographical vignettes, and artful synthesis make this book the best brief overview of Oklahoma ever written". --Chronicles of Oklahoma

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W. David Baird is Dean Emeritus of Seaver College and Howard A. White Professor of History at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. He is the author of The Story of Oklahoma (with Danney Goble) and Quest for Distinction: Pepperdine University in the 20th Century.



Danney Goble (1946–2007) was Professor of Letters at the University of Oklahoma and the award-winning author or coauthor of eight books about Oklahoma and Oklahomans.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ University of Oklahoma Press; Illustrated edition (March 1, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 360 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0806141972
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0806141978
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.75 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Seaver College Dean Emeritus W. David Baird came to Pepperdine as the Howard A. White Professor of History in 1988 and served as Seaver Dean from 1998 to 2008. Baird holds degrees in history and geography and has written or edited 11 books and numerous articles, most on the history of the American West and Native Americans. A native of Oklahoma, Baird and his wife, Jane, have lived in Malibu since 1988.

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alice mcbratney
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a complete history book about Oklahoma
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2021
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The Oklahoma History book is especially great for anyone from Oklahoma. It's perfect as a gift or to keep for yourself.
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Joel McReynolds
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2012
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This was a required read for my Oklahoma history class, but the narrative writing style is more like a novel. Really enjoyed reading this book and although I resell most of my school books, this one has earned a permanent place on my shelf. Highly recommended if you enjoy reading about the history of Oklahoma.
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Living Books Mom
4.0 out of 5 stars Better than most Oklahoma history books
Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2019
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This is the best treatment of Oklahoma history that I have seen. I enjoyed the stories that made it feel more personal. It was worthwhile for my daughter's homeschool Oklahoma history class. Unfortunately, it still was rather boring for the first half, but still much better than the Oklahoma history textbook I had in school. It does tackle some of the uglier aspects of our history, which I appreciated.
7 people found this helpful
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Connie
5.0 out of 5 stars Loves history
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2021
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I bought this book for our 14 year old grandson for Christmas. He loved it!
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Ronald J. Cannefax
5.0 out of 5 stars More to Oklahoma History than moving five civilized tribes to Oklahoma and Land Runs
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2021
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Early History of Native tribes in Oklahoma long before White man arrived.
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BellaNugosi
5.0 out of 5 stars Oklahoma History / an overview
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2013
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This is an interesting book from a premier authourity on the history of Oklahoma, from its Native American tribes and history to the settling of the territory prior to its statehood. Nicely written and a good read for those interested in the subject.
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OKZOZOBRA
5.0 out of 5 stars History tale of Oklahoma
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2018
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Loved it. A great, well told story that I enjoyed very much. Very informative for this life long Okie that does love Oklahoma.
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Jane Purcell
4.0 out of 5 stars Good overview of OK History
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2011
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I ordered this book in anticipation of moving to Oklahoma and teaching Oklahoma History at the high school level. Baird and Goble do a nice job of covering the various periods of the state's history including the pertinent facts as well as including illustrative and entertaining anecdotes. I have learned a lot more about the state than anticipated and am looking forward to living and working in such a fascinating place. On a side note, in the appendix is a section entitled "See History for Yourself" which includes trips to historic sites throughout the state. I look forward to planning and visiting as many of the these sites as possible.
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