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"In his now trademark fashion, Brian Kilmeade explores hidden aspects of Sam Houston, the first president of Texas, and brings the reader to the scenes of one of the most pivotal moments in American history. Thanks to Kilmeade's storytelling, a new generation of readers will remember the Alamo"--
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Kane legacy volume 1
Pub. Date
2007
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English
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In 1835, Alan Kane and his family come to the Circle C Ranch in Texas, little dreaming what the future holds in both blessing and danger. Beautiful Julia Miller, daughter of a Louisiana plantation owner, has captured Alans heart, but he hardly dares to hope for her hand. Then Colonel William Travis calls for the men of Texas to rally against Mexicos General Santa Anna. Full of honor and courage, brothers Alan and Adam join up with Jim Bowie to do...
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The Kane legacy volume 2
Publisher
Multnomah Books
Pub. Date
2008
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English
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Alan Kane lost a beloved brother at the Alamo and grieves terribly. His one consolation is that he will be reunited with Adam someday in heaven. Meanwhile the United States seems to be caught in a web of destiny to fight Mexico. When General Sam Houston prepares to face off against General Santa Anna, the three remaining Kane brothers volunteer once again, leaving their heavy-hearted wives on the Diamond K Ranch. Who will return this time when the...
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Forge
Pub. Date
2016.
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English
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And not to yield: Born James Butler Hickok, Wild Bill Hickok made his reputation as a gunslinger extraordinaire, and his legend has titillated journalists, novelists, and historians ever since. Here is the story--crafted by a master novelist--of this complex hero whose exploits have become part of the lore of the American frontier.
Bowie: The story of James Bowie, the Texas frontiersman. It is told by some thirty people who range from Bowie's mother...