Flags of Texas

by James Rice and Charles E. Gilbert

Book Overview

Many flags have flown over Texas during its
long history, from the emblems of the earliest Indian inhabitants to the Lone
Star flag of today. This book traces the state's turbulent history through the
flags that have flown there, including the banner of Castile and Leon carried
by the Spanish explorers, the French colors borne by La Salle, the Mexican
flag, the Confederate Stars and Bars, the "Bonny Blue Flag," and the
famous Lone Star flag.
James Rice's vibrant illustrations capture all the flags, including the
dramatic banners of the privateers and rebel armies during Texas's struggle for
independence, and the modern flags of three great Texas cities. The book
explains the origin and history of each flag, and relates the exciting events
in Texas history connected with the banners.
Author Charles Gilbert, was an avid student of Texas history, and wrote
several books about the state. James Rice is a well-known illustrator and
author of children's books and has more than one million copies of his books in
print. Flags of Texas is a perfect introduction to Texas history
for readers aged eight and up.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0882897217
• ISBN13: 9780882897219
• Release Date: May 1989
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.7" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 11 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 6 and higher

Customer Reviews

Flags of Texas

I'm doing my own documention of the Texas Revolution, and this book has been an excellent source of information. Pleased that I bought it.