In The Alamo

The Alamo by Opie Read is a historical novel that tells the story of the famous battle that took place in 1836 in San Antonio, Texas. The book follows the lives of several characters, both real and fictional, who played a part in the events leading up to the battle and its aftermath. The novel begins with a brief history of the events that led to the Texas Revolution and the formation of the Republic of Texas. It then introduces the reader to the main characters, including William Barret Travis, James Bowie, Davy Crockett, and Juan Seguin. As the story unfolds, the reader learns about the political tensions between Texas and Mexico, and the events that led to the Mexican army's siege of the Alamo mission. The novel vividly describes the battle, including the bravery and sacrifice of the defenders, and the eventual defeat of the Texans.The Alamo also explores the aftermath of the battle, including the impact it had on the Texas Revolution and the broader struggle for independence. The novel is a gripping and emotional account of one of the most iconic moments in American history, and a tribute to the men who fought and died for their beliefs.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.