Lone Star Nation
If you grew up in Texas, you know that Texas History is a required course for all students. While our history may not not as long as that of our Yankee friends, it’s probably more colorful. Either I’ve forgotten much of what I’d learned, or I never learned it properly in the first place because this book taught me plenty.
As an avid history reader and proud Texan, I’d like to think I know a thing or two. This book covers a lot more than just the major battles, encompassing the bigger picture of historical context as well. I wasn’t aware of the issues surrounding the Mexican revolution of 1824 and its effect on Texas, for example.
Another surprise was that many Texans were originally fighting only to become an independent Mexican state, rather than its original status as part of a larger Mexican state.
Entertaining, and never dry, Texas and non Texas both would enjoy this book.
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