Publisher's Synopsis
A Stray Yankee In Texas is a novel written by Philip Paxton in 1853. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Ned, who is from the northeastern United States and finds himself lost in Texas. Ned is taken in by a family of ranchers who help him adjust to life in Texas, and he soon finds himself falling in love with their daughter, Mary. However, Ned's past catches up with him when he is recognized by a group of outlaws who are after him for a crime he did not commit. The novel is a classic tale of romance, adventure, and the clash of cultures between the North and the South during the mid-19th century. Paxton's vivid descriptions of Texas and its people provide a unique insight into the state's history and culture during this time period. Overall, A Stray Yankee In Texas is a captivating read for anyone interested in American history, romance, and adventure.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.
