Life and Select Literary Remains of Sam Houston of Texas (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163310885)

The book ""Life And Select Literary Remains Of Sam Houston Of Texas"" by William Carey Crane is a comprehensive biography of Sam Houston, a prominent figure in Texas history. The book covers Houston's life from his birth in Virginia in 1793 to his death in Texas in 1863. Houston was a soldier, politician, and statesman who played a key role in the history of Texas and the United States. The book includes detailed accounts of Houston's military career, including his service in the War of 1812 and the Texas Revolution. It also covers his political career, including his time as governor of Tennessee and later as the first president of the Republic of Texas. The book delves into Houston's personal life, including his marriages and family relationships.In addition to the biographical content, the book also includes a selection of Houston's writings and speeches, providing insight into his thoughts and beliefs. These include his famous speech opposing the Kansas-Nebraska Act, which is considered one of the greatest speeches in American political history.Overall, ""Life And Select Literary Remains Of Sam Houston Of Texas"" is a comprehensive and informative biography of one of the most influential figures in Texas history. It offers a detailed look at Houston's life, career, and legacy, making it an essential read for anyone interested in Texas history or American politics.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: William Carey Crane
ISBN-10: 1163310883
ISBN-13: 9781163310885
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 674
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.35d