Godwin, Harriet Curtis (sold)
Harriet Curtis Godwin (January 24, 1916 - July 5, 2009) was a publisher and editor born in Dallas, Texas. She grew up in Abilene. She married Finis Mothershead in 1940, taking her husband's name. Godwin is known for just one map, a rare pictorial map of Texas published jointly with Milton Woodrow McKenzie (1914 - 1995).
A brilliant sun, and the bluest of skies...
Map of Texas A brilliant sun, and bluest skies, Where the world looks brighter to the eyes -- That's Texas.
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One of only two known examples of the Godwin / McKenzie c. 1934 pictorial map of Texas. The map focuses on Texas, with surrounding regions blacked out. Other than city names, it features little political detail, but offers a wealth of illustrations humorously focusing on Texas history, folklore, flora, fauna, and culture. Derricks are evident throughout north Texas, underscoring the state's legendary oil deposits. The locations of Baylor University, Texas A and M, Simmons, and the University of Texas are noted. Major cities are illustrated as pictorial vignettes. Filling the 'blank' areas surrounding the state, there are illustrations of Texas flora, fauna, culture, points of pride, and the state capitol building. (more details)