Before The Alamo

By: Oren Arnold

Book Overview

Before The Alamo by Oren Arnold is a historical non-fiction book that explores the events leading up to the famous battle of the Alamo in 1836. The book provides an in-depth look at the complex political and social landscape of Texas during this time period, including the tensions between Mexican authorities and American settlers, the rise of the Texan independence movement, and the key players involved in the conflict.Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Arnold paints a vivid picture of the events leading up to the Alamo, including the battles of Gonzales and San Antonio, the siege of Bexar, and the personalities of famous figures such as Davy Crockett, William Barret Travis, and Santa Anna. The book also delves into the cultural and economic factors that contributed to the conflict, including the role of slavery and the impact of westward expansion.Overall, Before The Alamo is a gripping and informative account of one of the most significant events in American history, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the complex forces that shaped the Texas Revolution and ultimately led to the creation of the Lone Star State.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Roundup of Western Literature: An Anthology for Young Readers, by Oren Arnold. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419103385.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: 1425468896
• ISBN13: 9781425468897
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"