About the Author\nBOB BURKE has written more historical non-fiction books (116) than anyone else in history. He was born in Broken Bow, Oklahoma, and graduated with a journalism degree from the University of Oklahoma and a law degree from Oklahoma City University. He was director of what is now the Department of Commerce in the administration of Governor David Boren and managed Boren's first campaign for the U.S. Senate in 1978. Burke is the father of Robert, Amy, and Cody, stepfather of Natalie, Lauren, and Calli, and grandfather of Nathan, Jon, Ridge, Fallon, Greyson, Mia, and Emerson. He and his wife, Chimene, live in Oklahoma City where he practices law and writes books. Burke is a member of the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame, and the Oklahoma Historians Hall of Fame.

Lyle Boren: Rebel congressman (Oklahoma trackmaker series)

Bob Burke

Von Russell Creel

Oklahoma Heritage Association by Western Heritage Books

Oklahoma s incredible story is the most colorful and intriguing of any of the histories of the states of Union. From unique land runs, the Trail of Tears, and the discovery of oil to amazing inventions, incredible athletic performances, and the development of leaders in commerce and government, Oklahomans have excelled in whatever feat they have attempted. A Year in the Life of Oklahoma is the story of Oklahoma told in a unique way by remembering one significant event that occurred on each day of the year, from January 1 to December 31. The story of Oklahoma is not about places and events...it is about our people, strong, courageous, and innovative men and women who have made the world about them a better and safer place to live.

A Year in the Life of Oklahoma

Commonwealth Press

From Darkness to Light

Lumina Press

This book chronicles, in word and photograph, Oklahoma's rich history, natural resourses and splendors, opportunities and higher pursuits. With an appreciation of its past and present, Oklahoma is succeeding the innovations and achievements its first century with a second century of dynamic national and international growth.

Oklahoma: The Center of It All

Cherbo Publishing Group

Roscoe Dunjee Vol. V: Champion of Civil Rights (Oklahoma Statesmen Series)

Politics & Social Sciences

Politics & Government

Oklahom Heritage Association

Jimmy Stewart was at the forefront of the struggle for civil rights in Oklahoma for almost a half century. Among his many great qualitites were integrity and a passion for equality. As a national leader of the NAACP, he played a major role in developing local, state, and national civil rights policies. He headed the NAACP in Oklahoma City during tumultous times of school desegregation and integration.

A Passion for Equality: The Life of Jimmy Stewart

Campbell, Gini Moore

Burke, Bob

Miles-LaGrange, Vicki

Oklahoma Heritage Association

Good Guys Wear White Hats: The Life of George Nigh (Oklahoma Trackmaker Series)

Kate Barnard: Oklahoma's good angel (Oklahoma statesmen series)

Kenny Arthur Franks

Gini Moore Campbell

Glenda Carlile

UCO Press

Deals, Deals, and More Deals: The Life of John W. Nichols by Bob Burke.

Deals, Deals, and More Deals: The Life of John W. Nichols

Nicknamed "Super Chief," Allie Reynolds was one of the most feared pitchers in baseball in the 1940s and 1950s. A native Oklahoman, a Muscogee (Creek) Indian, and graduate of Oklahoma A&amp;M, now Oklahoma State University, Allie was one of the most dominant pitchers of his era. 
In 12 full seasons with the Cleveland Indians and New York Yankees, Allie won 182 regular season games and seven World Series games. He was the first American Leaguer to pitch two no-hitters in the same season. In 1951 he won the Hickok Belt as the Outstanding Professional Athlete in America.

Allie Reynolds: Super Chief

Royse Parr

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