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 that explores the early history of Texas. The book covers the period from the arrival of the first French explorers in Texas in 1684 to the establishment of the San Antonio de Bexar settlement in 1718. Clark provides a detailed account of the various European powers that attempted to claim Texas during this time, including the French, Spanish, and English. He also delves into the interactions between these groups and the native tribes that inhabited the region, such as the Karankawa, Comanche, and Apache.The book examines the motivations behind the European explorers' and settlers' actions in Texas, including their search for wealth, power, and religious freedom. Clark also analyzes the impact of these early European settlements on the native populations and the environment.Throughout the book, Clark draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of Texas's early history. The Beginnings of Texas, 1684-1718 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Texas and the early colonization of North America.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: 1432547461
• ISBN13: 9781432547462
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"