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 13 Days to
Glory: The Siege of the Alamo
by Lon Tinkle
The day-by-day story of
how 182 men fought a losing battle for Texas but won for their cause an
almost unparalleled measure of fame. A fine job of research and an
excellent job of reporting.
262 pages, 5.5 x
8.5 in., 9 b&w illustrations
Hardback ...
238-3.... $22.95
Paperback... 707-5....$12.95
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 The Battle of
the Alamo
by Ben
Proctor
The dramatic story of
one of the most famous events in Texas history told in colorful detail.
This concise and engaging account of a turning point in Texas history
will appeal to historians and general readers alike.
38 pages, 5.5 x
8.5 in., 9 illustrations
Paperback...
081-2.... $ 5.95
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 The Alamo: A
Cultural History
by Frank
Thompson
After two short weeks
under siege, the climactic battle of the Alamo lasted under an hour, but
its aftermath spawned a legend. The Alamo: A Cultural History explores
the transformation of the fort from its 1718 inception as a Franciscan
mission to its current status as a tourist attraction, historical
monument, and international symbol of freedom.
272 pages, b&w
photos throughout
Hardback... 254-5....
$27.95
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 The Battle of
San Jacinto
by James W.
Pohl
Measured by its
results, San Jacinto was one of the decisive battles of the world. This
is the exciting story of the pivotal battle of the Texas Revolution.
50 pages, 5.5x 8.5
in., illustrations, map
Paperback...
084-7.... $ 5.95
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 The Alamo Story
From Early History to Current Conflicts
by J.
R.Edmondson
A vivid narrative
that transports readers back into history.
400 pages, 5.5 x
8.5 in., junior high-high school
Paperback...
678-0.... $24.95
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 You Are There!
Battle of the Alamo
by Bryce
Milligan,
Illustrations by
Charles Shaw
It is October 1835.
Your name is Thomas Benton. You are fourteen years old and about to take
part in one of the most exciting episodes in American history. With only
a long dirk knife and $4 in coins, you run away from your father's farm.
Your mission: to fight in the Texas Revolution. You are the master of
your fate; and your wit, daring, and bravery can lead you to an heroic
victory.
176 pages, 5.5 x
8.5 in., illustrations, RL6.0
Paperback...
286-4.... $9.95
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 The Alamo
by Mary Ann Noonan
Guerra
The battle is what
made the Alamo famous. For thirteen days 189 volunteers held off 4000
Mexican troops in a battle that can be counted as one of the most
dramatic and violent of all time. The Texans were fighting for their
rights, and by their stand committed themselves to certtain death.
30 pages, 8.5 x 11
in., color/b&w photographs
Paperback...
001-9.... $5.75
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 The Battle of
Galveston
by Tom Townsend
Luke helped deliver
some ol cotton to the Confederate army and got caught in the middle of
the Battle of Galveston Bay.
80 pages, 5.5 x
8.5in., reading level 6.1
Paperback...
685-9.... $12.95
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 Austin: A
History of the Capitol City
by David Humphrey
This finely written
book, illustrated with numerous historic photographs, tells the dramatic
story of Austin's transformation from an Indian haunted'frontier village
into a residential mecca and high-technology not spot.
76 pages, 6 x 9
in., 20 black and white illustrations
Paperback...
162-2.... $ 7.95
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 A Browser's Book
of Texas History
by Steven Jent
A chronicle of Texas
history, every day lists one or more events that make that day special,
unusual, funny, or important.
272 pages, 5.5 x
8.5 in., age 11 up
Paperback...
688-5.... $18.95
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 Battlefields of
Texas
by Bill Groneman
Visit the scene of many
historical Texas battles - a unique reference for Texas and military
historians. Includes maps and photographs.
280 pages, 5.5 x
8.5 in., junior high-high school
Paperback...
571-7.... $18.95
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 Civil War Texas
by Ralph A. Wooster
Civil War Texas A
History and Guide is a compact, illustrated overview of that great
conflict as experienced in Texas and by Texans. Published by the Texas
State Historical Association in cooperation with the Center for Studies
in Texas History of the University of Texas at Austin.
88 pages, 5.5 x
8.5 in., 20 illustrations, chronology, notes, index
Paperback...
171-1.... $7.95
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