Bøger af Alfred M Williams

This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to reproduce this title even though it may possibly have occasional imperfections such as missing and blurred pages, missing text, poor pictures, markings, dark backgrounds and other reproduction issues beyond our control. Because this work is culturally important, we have made it available as a part of our commitment to protecting, preserving and promoting the world's literature.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

""Sam Houston and the War of Independence in Texas"" is a historical account of the life of Sam Houston, a key figure in the fight for Texas independence from Mexico in the 19th century. Written by Alfred M. Williams, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Houston's life, from his early years as a Tennessee lawyer and politician to his leadership role in the Texas Revolution. The book also explores the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between American settlers and Mexican authorities, and the role of slavery in the conflict. With detailed accounts of battles and key events, as well as insights into Houston's personal life and relationships, this book offers a fascinating look at one of the most important figures in Texas history.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.

This vintage book contains a fascinating study on folk-songs from around the world by English author and poet Alfred Owen Williams. For each song Williams has provided the lyrics as well as information pertaining to its origins, history, evolution, popularity, and much more. Highly recommended for those with an interest in traditional folk songs. Alfred Owen Williams (1877 - 1930), also known as "The Hammerman Poet", was an English author, poet, and a collector of folk song lyrics. He taught himself to writer and produced his masterpiece, "Life in a Railway Factory" (1915), in his spare time in between working in the Great Western Railway works in Swindon. Contents include: "American Sea Songs", "The Yankee Man-Of-War", "The Constitution and the Guerriere", "The Coast of Peru", "Folk-Songs of the Civil War", "Freedom's Guide", "Vengeon's La Patrie", "The Beauties of Conscription", "Call All", "The Valiant Conscript", "The South Girl's Song", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition for the enjoyment of music fans now and for years to come.