KNYGA Lawrence Wright God Save Texas

"God Save Texas" by Lawrence Wright is a captivating exploration of the Lone Star State, blending humor and insightful commentary. Released in 2019, this 368-page book serves as a poignant love letter to Texas, capturing its unique complexities and contradictions. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Wright, known for his acclaimed work "The Looming Tower," takes readers on a revealing journey through America’s most controversial state. Texas stands as a Republican stronghold in the heart of Trumpland, having not elected a Democrat to statewide office in over two decades. Yet, it is also a state undergoing significant demographic shifts, with minorities now forming a majority, including the largest population of Muslim adherents in the country. Wright's narrative is both elegiac and clear-eyed, making "God Save Texas" a must-read for anyone interested in the social and economic conditions shaping this vibrant state. Discover the layers of Texas through Wright's expert lens and gain a deeper understanding of its future."