They Die But Once: The Story Of A Tejano

By James B. O’Neil

Book Overview

""They Die But Once: The Story Of A Tejano"" by James B. O'Neil is a historical novel that tells the story of a young Tejano man named Juan Segu������n. Set in the early 19th century, the novel follows Juan's journey as he navigates the complexities of life as a Mexican-American in Texas during a time of political upheaval and conflict.Born into a prominent Tejano family, Juan is raised to be proud of his heritage and to fight for the rights of his people. As he grows older, he becomes increasingly involved in the struggle for Texas independence, joining forces with other Tejanos and Americans to fight against the Mexican government and secure their freedom.Throughout the novel, Juan faces numerous challenges and setbacks, including betrayal by some of his fellow fighters and the loss of loved ones. However, he remains committed to his cause and ultimately plays a pivotal role in the Battle of San Jacinto, which leads to Texas becoming an independent republic.""They Die But Once"" is a powerful and engaging story that sheds light on an often-overlooked chapter of American history. Through Juan's experiences, readers gain a deeper understanding of the struggles and triumphs of the Tejano people and the role they played in shaping the future of Texas and the United States.A Biography Of Jeff Ake, A Texas Outlaw Who Claimed To Have Been On Friendly Terms With John Wesley Hardin, Jesse James, The Youngers, Bill Doolin, And Many Other Legendary Bad Men.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: 1432581287
• ISBN13: 9781432581282
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"