Jane Long of Texas: 1798-1880

By Neila Skinner Petrick

Book Overview

A novel based on the true-life story of a woman who shaped Texas history by playing an instrumental role in the Texas Revolution.

Regarded by many as the "Mother of Texas," Jane Wilkinson Long is curiously absent from most history books. Now, this painstakingly researched novelization reveals the fascinating life of the little girl who would grow up to become both a spy and revolutionary in Texas's fight for independence from Mexico.

Against her family's wishes, the wealthy and headstrong Jane, at the age of sixteen, married Dr. James Long, a veteran of the War of 1812, who hoped to use his wife's fortune to build an army to conquer "Tejas." In fighting for his lost cause, Long lost his life in Mexico City. His wife, extremely suspicious of the circumstances surrounding his death, set out on a quest to solve the mystery. Her mission would soon lead her into Texas . . . and into the annals of history.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1565548531
• ISBN13: 9781565548534
• Release Date: April 2000
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.8" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

I loved this book

If you really want to know more about Texas this is the book for you. I learned so much. Even though a lot of it is fiction with a history backing. It is something to read. Skinner Petrick did a great job. Lesa Trapp The Odd Mind radio host.

Female Larry McMurtry. Lots to recommend about this book.

Well-written, fast paced action biographical novel.Would make a different kind of Western movie.Reads quickly.Well researched.

History comes alive!

Jane Long of Texas is a must for those who love biographical history. Jane Long was an important American pioneer and her story is captivating. This book is an exciting version of the founding of Texas from the perspective of a strong and fearless woman. Learn factual history and enjoy a good read filled with culture, adventure, war, politics, betrayal, passion, love and tradgedy.