Texas History Stories

by E. G. Littlejohn, Robert W. Sledge (Foreword by)

Overview

The history of Texas has had an important effect on the history of the United States, and Texas heroes such as Davy Crockett, Sam Houston, and Robert E. Lee are also national heroes.

Most of the major personalities and events of Texas from Cabeza de Vaca to Robert E. Lee are presented in this children's book consisting of thirteen stories that will appeal to readers of all ages. Originally published in 1901, it is appropriate for grades 4–7.

Included in the book are stories about Cabeza de Vaca, Robert Cavelier de la Salle, Ellis P. Bean, Stephen F. Austin, Sam Houston, Davy Crockett, the Alamo, Goliad, San Jacinto, the Mexican War, Castle Peroté, Dick Dowling, and Robert E. Lee.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780938349075
Publisher:	State House/McWhiney Foundation Press
Publication date:	03/09/2005
Pages:	160
Sales rank:	674,084
Product dimensions:	5.25(w) x 8.25(h) x (d)
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

About the Author

ROBERT W. SLEDGE is Distinguished Professor Emeritus of History, McMurry University, and historian-in-residence for the Grady McWhiney Research Foundation. He has written several pieces on the history of Abilene, a place he has called home for the past forty-five years.