A few for the history lovers…
The Alamo by Lon Tinkle
Considered the truest and most conclusive account of this
famous battle. Not a first hand account
but the information is gathered from credible sources. It’s not just a story of a battle but of the
characters involved and Lon does a great job of giving personality to some of
the legends (Jim Bowie, Davy Crockett, etc…) who were a part of this pivotal
battle in Texas history.
The Conquest of New
Spain by Bernal Diaz
This is a first hand account from a soldier who fought with
Cortez during his Conquest of Montezuma and the Mexicans. He was not a scholar
but felt the urge to document the events of this world changing campaign. He
wrote this late in life, fifty years after it all occurred. Due to this, there
are a few inaccuracies that the translator has corrected. This one has been a
real treat as we are traveling through many of the areas mentioned!
Thanks Tomas y Val for sharing your amazing library with
us!!
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