The Beginnings Of Texas, 1684-1718

By Robert Carlton Clark

Book Overview

The Beginnings of Texas, 1684-1718 is a historical book written by Robert Carlton Clark. The book explores the early years of Texas, starting from the arrival of the first European explorers in 1684 to the establishment of the first Spanish mission in San Antonio in 1718. The author provides a detailed account of the various expeditions and settlements that were established in Texas during this period, including the French and Spanish attempts to colonize the region.The book also covers the interactions between the European explorers and the indigenous peoples of Texas, including the Karankawa, Coahuiltecan, and Apache tribes. The author describes the cultural and linguistic differences between the Europeans and the native inhabitants, as well as the conflicts that arose between the two groups.In addition to the historical narrative, the book also includes maps, illustrations, and photographs that help to bring the story to life. The Beginnings of Texas, 1684-1718 is a comprehensive and engaging account of the early years of Texas, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the region's rich history and cultural heritage.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: 1163227536
• ISBN13: 9781163227534
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 90 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"