"German Artist on the Texas Frontier: Friedrich Richard Petri" is a 1978 hardcover book written by William W. Newcomb Jr. and published by the University of Texas Press. The book showcases the work of the German artist Friedrich Richard Petri and provides insights into his artistic contributions in the Texas frontier. With 258 pages, this book combines art and social science genres, focusing on American and ethnic studies, specifically Native American studies. It is a valuable resource for those interested in exploring the unique cultural perspectives of Petri's artwork in the context of the Texas frontier.