The Evolution Of A State: Or Recollections Of Old Texas Days (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436886628)

The Evolution Of A State: Or Recollections Of Old Texas Days is a historical book written by Noah Smithwick. The book is a memoir that describes the author's experiences during the early days of Texas. It covers a period from the 1820s to the 1860s, when Texas was still a frontier state. The book provides a vivid description of life in Texas during this period, including the challenges faced by settlers, the conflicts with Native Americans, and the struggle for independence from Mexico. The author also describes the growth of Texas as a state, including the development of its economy, politics, and society. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of life in early Texas, such as hunting, farming, and ranching. It also includes anecdotes about notable figures from Texas history, such as Sam Houston, Stephen F. Austin, and Davy Crockett. Overall, The Evolution Of A State: Or Recollections Of Old Texas Days is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Texas. It provides a unique perspective on the state's early years, and offers insights into the challenges faced by its early settlers.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: Noah Smithwick
ISBN-10: 1436886627
ISBN-13: 9781436886628
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/06/2008
Pages: 364
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.55lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d