Publisher's Synopsis
""Westward The Course Of Empire"" is a comprehensive and engaging book that chronicles the history of Texas from its early exploration to its annexation by the United States. Written by Mary Matlock Griffith, the book is presented in a unique format of one-act plays that bring to life the key events, personalities, and conflicts that shaped the state's past.The book is divided into nine acts, each covering a specific period of Texas history. Act One explores the early Spanish explorations and the arrival of the first European settlers, while Act Two focuses on the struggles of the indigenous tribes and the rise of the cattle industry. Act Three delves into the Texas Revolution and the famous Battle of the Alamo, while Act Four examines the Republic of Texas and its efforts to establish itself as an independent nation.Act Five covers the Mexican-American War and the annexation of Texas by the United States, while Act Six delves into the turbulent years of Reconstruction and the rise of the cattle barons. Act Seven explores the impact of the oil boom and the emergence of modern Texas, while Act Eight examines the state's role in World War II and the civil rights movement. Finally, Act Nine brings the story up to the present day, exploring the challenges and opportunities facing modern Texas.Throughout the book, Griffith brings to life the key figures who shaped Texas history, from Sam Houston and Stephen F. Austin to Lyndon B. Johnson and Barbara Jordan. She also explores the complex social, economic, and political forces that have shaped the state's past and continue to influence its present.""Westward The Course Of Empire"" is a must-read for anyone interested in Texas history, as well as anyone who appreciates the power of storytelling to bring the past to life. With its engaging format and vivid characters, it is a book that will captivate readers from start to finish.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.
