A biography of Sam Houston, discussing his role in the history of the United States as a soldier, general, congressman and senator, and governor in the 1800s.

Examines the life of Sam Houston, a nineteenth-century American statesman, politician, and soldier.

A biography of Sam Houston who served as a Congressman and Governor of Tennessee before his association with Texas began.

From leading the decisive victory of the Battle of San Jacinto to becoming the first president of the Republic of Texas, Sam Houston's 25 years of leadership were instrumental in shaping the Texas we know today.

Examines the leaders who emerged during the Texas Revolution, including Susanna Dickinson, Sam Houston, Lorenzo de Zavala, and Francita Alavez.

A brief biography of Mirabeau Lamar, focusing on his contributions to the state of Texas.

A brief biography of José Antonio Navarro, focusing on his contributions to the state of Texas.

Describes how Jones, known as the 'Architect of Annexation,' was influential in bringing Texas into the United States and how injury and unfulfilled political ambitions led to his tragic downfall.

Traces the history of Texas from the Paleo-Indians into the twenty-first century, and includes a map, time line, and glossary.

Examines the people and events involved in one of the most controversial wars in history.

In 1847, eleven-year-old Clay dreams of becoming a Texas Ranger so that he can exact revenge upon the Comanche Indians who attacked his family, until personal experience acquaints him with the brutal reality of Ranger activities.

Profiles the lives of three Presidents of the United States who dared to take action while in office.

Provides an overview of important historical events or periods in world history. This volume focuses on the important dates in history regarding slavery; human beings held against their will.

This book looks at the Civil Rights Movement in the United States as a four-century struggle that began with as early as the Revolutionary War and continued with slave rebellions in the years leading up to the Civil War.

Places important topics in context so that readers will understand the connection between black history and the sweep of America's story. This volume covers important moments in African American history.