El Paso: The Right Thing On The Frontier (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161552027)

""El Paso: The Right Thing On The Frontier"" is a historical book written by Owen P. White that explores the development and growth of El Paso, a city located on the border between Texas and Mexico. The book provides a comprehensive account of the city's history, starting from its early days as a small settlement to its transformation into a bustling metropolis. The author delves into the various challenges and obstacles that El Paso faced during its formative years, including conflicts with Native American tribes, the Mexican-American War, and the impact of the Civil War. He also highlights the city's role in the development of the American West, including its importance as a major transportation hub and its significance in the cattle industry.Throughout the book, White emphasizes the importance of doing the ""right thing"" in the face of adversity, and how this philosophy helped El Paso overcome its challenges and emerge as a prosperous and vibrant city. He also explores the cultural and social aspects of the city, including its diverse population and the role of women in shaping its history.Overall, ""El Paso: The Right Thing On The Frontier"" is a fascinating and insightful account of one of America's most important cities, and a tribute to the resilience and determination of its people.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Taming of the Frontier, by Owen P. White. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766194485.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: Owen P. White
ISBN-10: 1161552022
ISBN-13: 9781161552027
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/22/2010
Pages: 30
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.48lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d