A Texas Pioneer: Early Staging And Overland Freighting Days On The Frontiers Of Texas And Mexico (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163567616)

A Texas Pioneer: Early Staging And Overland Freighting Days On The Frontiers Of Texas And Mexico is a memoir written by August Santleben, a pioneer and freighter who lived during the mid-19th century in Texas and Mexico. The book is a firsthand account of Santleben's experiences in the early days of the Texas frontier, where he worked as a stagecoach driver and freighter, transporting goods and people across the rugged terrain of Texas and into Mexico.The book provides a vivid description of the hardships and dangers faced by pioneers during this era, including attacks by Native Americans, bandits, and other outlaws. Santleben also describes the challenges of navigating through the rough terrain and unpredictable weather conditions, as well as the difficulties of maintaining and repairing the stagecoaches and wagons used for transportation.Throughout the book, Santleben shares his personal experiences and insights into the culture and society of the Texas frontier, including the relationships between settlers, Native Americans, and Mexican residents. He also provides a detailed account of the economic and political factors that shaped the region during this time, including the impact of the Civil War and the Reconstruction era.Overall, A Texas Pioneer: Early Staging And Overland Freighting Days On The Frontiers Of Texas And Mexico is a fascinating and informative memoir that provides a unique perspective on the history of Texas and the American West. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the region, as well as those interested in the experiences of pioneers and freighters during the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: August Santleben
ISBN-10: 1163567612
ISBN-13: 9781163567616
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 322
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.41lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d