Across Texas (1893)

By Edward S. Ellis and Edward S Ellis

Book Overview

Across Texas is a historical novel written by Edward Sylvester Ellis and published in 1893. The story is set in the late 19th century in Texas, which was still a wild and untamed frontier at the time. The novel follows the adventures of a young man named Jack, who sets out on a journey across the state to find his fortune and make a name for himself.Along the way, Jack encounters a variety of colorful characters, including cowboys, outlaws, and Native Americans. He also faces numerous challenges and dangers, such as stampedes, gunfights, and harsh weather conditions. Despite these obstacles, Jack remains determined to succeed and prove his worth.As he travels through Texas, Jack witnesses the rapid changes taking place in the region, including the arrival of the railroad and the settlement of new towns. He also learns about the complex relationships between the various groups of people living in the area, including the tensions between white settlers and Native Americans.Overall, Across Texas is a thrilling adventure story that provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the American West. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Texas, as well as fans of classic Western literature.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437473105
• ISBN13: 9781437473100
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"