Roger D. Hodge

About the Author

Roger D. Hodge is a distinguished writer and editor whose work delves into the intricate histories and cultures of the American Southwest. With a keen eye for the interplay of human ambition and the unforgiving landscape, Hodge brings to life the stories of those who shaped the borderlands through conflict, migration, and resilience. His acclaimed book, Texas Blood: Seven Generations Among the Outlaws, Ranchers, Indians, Missionaries, Soldiers, and Smugglers of the Borderlands, chronicles seven generations of families entangled in the region's turbulent past, blending meticulous research with vivid narrative to illuminate the enduring legacy of the Texas-Mexico frontier. A former editor at Harper's Magazine, Hodge's prose captures the raw essence of frontier life, offering readers a profound understanding of America's border heritage.