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In this magnificent historical novel, James A. Michener masterfully combines fact and fiction to present America’s richest, most expansive and diversified state. Spanning four and a half centuries, this monumental saga charts the epic history of Texas, from its Spanish roots in the age of the... read more
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First Sentence edit
On a steamy November day in 1535 at the Mexican seaport of Vera Cruz, a sturdy boy led his mules to and from the shore where barges landed supplies from anchored cargo ships.
Table of Contents edit
Fact and Fiction
The Governor's Task Force
I. Land of Many Lands
II. The Mission
III. El Camino Real
IV. The Settlers
V. The Trace
VI. Three Men, Three Battles
VII. The Texians
VIII. The Ranger
IX. Loyalties
X. The Fort
XI. The Frontier
XII. The Town
XIII. The Invaders
XIV. Power and Change
Themes & Symbolism edit
- Independent Spirit: A significant influence of the culture of Texas stems from its history as an independent nation. This theme is reflected through the characters, events and even in the rugged untamable setting of the land itself and provides insight into the growth and development of the state.
Series & Lists edit
This is book 2 of 9 in Publishers Weekly Bestselling Novels In 1985. (authoritative list)
Preceded by The Mammoth Hunters, and followed by Lake Wobegon Days.
This book is in Biographical Fiction. (community list)
Authors & Contributors edit
- James A. Michener (Author)
First Edition edit
Original Language: English
Publisher: Random House
Country: US
Publication Date: 1985
ISBN: 0394541545
Page Count: 1096
Publisher: Random House
Country: US
Publication Date: 1985
ISBN: 0394541545
Page Count: 1096
Classification edit
- Library of Congress: Add the Library of Congress Classification.
- Dewey: 813.54
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