The Texan Star: The Story of a Great Fight for Liberty by Joseph A. Altsheler

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Author Altsheler, Joseph A. (Joseph Alexander), 1862-1919
Title The Texan Star: The Story of a Great Fight for Liberty
Note Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Texan Star: The Story of a Great Fight for Liberty" by Joseph A. Altsheler is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story focuses on the Texan struggle for independence against Mexican rule, highlighting pivotal events and key figures like Stephen Austin and the young Edward Fulton. This tale captures the dramatic fight for liberty and the courage displayed by individuals in the face of oppression. The opening portion introduces readers to the confinement of Stephen Austin and Edward Fulton in a Mexican prison. Here, they reflect on the political tensions between Texas and Mexico, particularly the threat posed by General Santa Anna. Despite being imprisoned, both characters display resilience, with young Ned's longing for freedom driving him to consider an escape. The narrative sets a tone of urgency and determination, showcasing the personal stakes intertwined with broader historical upheaval while establishing the complex interplay between characters as they navigate this challenging landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Texas -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 15852
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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