With Sam Houston in Texas by Edwin L. Sabin
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| Author | Sabin, Edwin L. (Edwin Legrand), 1870-1952 |
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| Illustrator | Stephens, Charles H., 1851-1931 |
| LoC No. | 16019421 |
| Title |
With Sam Houston in Texas
A Boy Volunteer in the Texas Struggles for Independence, When in the Years 1835-1836 the Texas Colonists Threw Off the Unjust Rule of Mexico, and by Heroic Deeds Established, Under the Guidance of the Bluff Sam Houston, Their Own Free Republic Which To-day is the Great Lone Star State |
| Series Title | The American trail blazers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "With Sam Houston in Texas" by Edwin L. Sabin is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the adventurous tales surrounding the life of Sam Houston during the Texas struggle for independence from Mexico, highlighting the events of 1835-1836 through the eyes of a young volunteer named Ernest Merrill. The narrative endeavors to depict the heroic actions and pivotal decisions that led to the establishment of Texas as an independent republic. The opening of the story introduces readers to Ernest Merrill, who is traveling on a steamboat named "Arkansas" headed to Fort Gibson. The boat becomes stuck on a mud-bar, showcasing the challenges of travel during that era. Among the passengers is Lieutenant Neal, who takes an interest in Ernest's journey. Their encounter with a Texan named Dick Carroll reveals the escalating tensions in Texas and the lure of land and opportunity, setting the stage for Ernest's involvement in the struggles for Texas independence. Moreover, the early chapters establish the character of Sam Houston, referenced as a figure of great importance and destiny for the future of Texas. As Ernest navigates through his adventures, the reader gains insight into the historical significance and colorful personalities of this critical time in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Houston, Sam, 1793-1863 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62898 |
| Release Date | Aug 10, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 85 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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