Victor Lopez at the Alamo

By James Rice

"This book shows the Mexican view of the siege of the Alamo. Beautifully illustrated black-and-white pen sketches by the author, himself, add reality to the familiar story."
--Heart of Texas Reviews

Most people have heard of the famous siege at the Alamo and have heard stories of the lives lost in that battle. This informative historical novel for middle readers puts a human face on those who valiantly fought.

Victor, a Mexican boy of fourteen, is forced to join the dusty, tired, and hungry Mexican soldiers marching to Texas to suppress the uprising. He has to leave behind all he has known and loved, including his dear mother, who is left without anybody to help her.

Thus begins Victor's harrowing experience with war. His only possession from home is stolen from him, his feet become blistered and sore from the long walk, he misses his home and his mother, and he has to learn how to get along with the other young men in his regiment. Though he endures many hardships along the way, the real test lies ahead for Victor and his friends--the Alamo.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1565548663
• ISBN13: 9781565548664
• Release Date: February 2001
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
• Length: 125 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.4"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9