Publisher's Synopsis
The Texas Colonists And Religion 1821-1836 by William Stuart Red is a historical account of the role that religion played in the colonization of Texas during the early 19th century. The book explores the various religious beliefs and practices of the colonists, including Catholics, Protestants, and Jews, and how these beliefs shaped their interactions with each other and with the indigenous peoples of Texas.Red examines the ways in which religion influenced the political and social structures of the colony, including the establishment of missions and the role of religious leaders in governance. He also delves into the tensions and conflicts that arose between different religious groups, and how these conflicts were resolved or exacerbated by the unique circumstances of life in colonial Texas.Throughout the book, Red draws on a wide range of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and government documents, to provide a detailed and nuanced picture of the complex relationship between religion and colonization in Texas. The result is a fascinating and insightful account of a little-known aspect of Texas history that will be of interest to scholars and general readers alike.A Centennial Tribute To The Texas Patriots Who Shed Their Blood That We Might Enjoy Civil And Religious Liberty.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.
