Bøger af Noah Smithwick

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

A smartly written pioneer chronicle of early Texas that deserves a place in any well-curated Texana library. Smithwick tells of his handling of the Gonzales "Come and Take It" cannon and flag, settling up the Hill Country, repairing Jim Bowie's knife, and being a Texas Ranger.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1900 Edition.

""The Evolution of a State: Or Recollections of Old Texas Days"" is a memoir written by Noah Smithwick, a pioneer who settled in Texas in the early 1800s. The book provides a firsthand account of the early days of Texas, including the struggles of the settlers, the battles with Native American tribes, and the fight for independence from Mexico. Smithwick shares his experiences as a farmer, rancher, and trader, as well as his involvement in the Texas Revolution and the establishment of the Republic of Texas. The book also includes vivid descriptions of the landscape, wildlife, and people of Texas during this time period. Overall, ""The Evolution of a State"" provides a unique and valuable perspective on the history of Texas and the American West.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.