Dave Dalton Thomas
Dave is an Austin-based writer who specializes in the juncture of Texas history, Texas culture, and Texas characters. He’s an odd mix of Aggie, Eagle Scout, outlaw, honky-tonker, and historian. His first book, Picnic: Willie Nelson’s Fourth of July Tradition, is due out from Texas A&M University Press on April 15.
The Making of Luck, Willie Nelson’s Old West Town
March 11, 2024
The Western movie set located on Willie Nelson’s property about 30 miles west of Austin was, well, down on its luck.
