The Alamo (World History Series)

Books in the World History series examine the eras, events, civilizations, and movements that have shaped human history, providing readers with insight into the past and its many legacies.; This title in Lucent Books’ World History series tells the story of the battle at the Alamo and why this 13-day battle was so significant for the United States. It explains the events that led to the battle, provides a gripping description of the siege itself with detailed discussions of the primary figures involved, and describes the legacy of this lost battle to American politics and culture.; Vivid writing, full-color photographs and extensive use of fully cited primary and secondary source quotations provide a sense of immediacy. Sidebars, visual time lines, indexes, and annotated bibliographies, which appear in every volume, offer a wealth of additional information as well as provide launching points for further discussion and study. Read more