Lone Star Rising

By Gertrude Crownfield

Book Overview

Lone Star Rising is a historical fiction novel written by Gertrude Crownfield. The book is set in Texas during the 1830s and 1840s, a time when the state was still a part of Mexico and was struggling for independence. The story revolves around the life of a young Texan woman named Amanda, who is determined to fight for her state's freedom from Mexican rule.Amanda is a strong-willed and independent woman who is not afraid to stand up for what she believes in. She is deeply patriotic and believes that Texas should be an independent nation. Amanda's journey takes her through many challenges, including the battle of San Jacinto, where she fights alongside her fellow Texans to secure their independence.Throughout the book, Amanda faces many obstacles, including the loss of loved ones and the threat of violence from the Mexican army. However, she never loses sight of her goal and remains steadfast in her determination to help Texas become a free nation.Lone Star Rising is a gripping and emotional tale of one woman's fight for freedom and independence. It is a story of courage, determination, and the power of the human spirit. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Texas history or the struggle for independence.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: 1417994495
• ISBN13: 9781417994496
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"