Publisher's Synopsis
""Sam Houston: The Maker of Texas"" by Albert Britt is a biography of one of the most important figures in the history of Texas. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Sam Houston, who played a pivotal role in the formation of the state of Texas. Houston was a soldier, politician, and statesman who served as the first and third president of the Republic of Texas, as well as a United States Senator and Governor of Texas. The book covers Houston's childhood, his military career, his political achievements, and his personal life, including his marriages and relationships. It also explores Houston's complex relationship with Native Americans and his efforts to promote their rights. The book provides a detailed and engaging portrait of a fascinating historical figure and sheds light on the early history of Texas.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Boy's Own Book of Frontiersmen, by Albert Britt. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419122703.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.
