Richard Coke: Texan By Rosser Coke Newton Sr – Lone Star Book Blog Tours. Genre: History / Biography. Richard Coke played one of the most crucial roles in Texas history. His leadership of his beloved Texas still resonates today—150 years after he became governor. Richard Coke: Texan weaves a rich mosaic of real people and events, immersing the reader in the life and times of Richard Coke. Enter Giveaway.