Inside the Alamo

by Jim Murphy

Book Overview

Texas won its independence from Mexico with the battle cry "Remember the Alamo!" But just what exactly was the Alamo, and what happened there to change the history of the United States? This is a... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0385325746
• ISBN13: 9780385325745
• Release Date: April 2003
• Publisher: Delacorte Press
• Length: 121 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 9.8" x 9.8"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

It Made Me Give Thanks

This is an outstanding book. There are several good books about the Alamo but this one by Jim Murphy is well written and has a true feel of endearment for those that sacrificed their lives and left loved ones behind. The cover is very striking and captivating and I immediately was drawn to the book. The layout of the book is exquisite. It really captures the historical meaning and importance of this event of heroism and bravery and enables you to imagine a feel for the time, place and people. This is a beautiful looking and splendidly written book. I flip through its pages often and just remember.

Keeps American History Alive

This is a brilliantly conceived book. It is concise and illustrated beautifully to convey the historical perspective of 1836 Texas. The struggle was essentially best remembered for the gallantry of the combatants. This book is a tribute to their memory and keeps their sacrifice alive.

It keeps their Sacrifice Alive

I really like this book. There are several good books about the Alamo but this one by Jim Murphy is well written and has a true feel of endearment for those that sacrificed their lives and left loved ones behind. The cover is very striking and captivating and I immediately was drawn to the book. The layout of the book is exquisite. It really captures the historical meaning and importance of this event of heroism and bravery and enables you to imagine a feel for the time, place and people. This is a beautiful looking and splendidly written book.

HISTORY COMES ALIVE

The Washington Post was right in saying that no one does non-fiction better than Jim Murphy. The story of the Alamo is one that I passed over in history books. I felt this was an appauling gap. Jim Murphy's book is fascinating and riveting -- as well as beautiful.We have made this a family project to read this extraordinary story. It's a lesson in the making of myth and legend as well as history. An important story that all Americans should share.With a new PG-13 Disney distributed feature film on The Alamo coming out this winter, the Alamo will be on the lips of kids and parents everywhere. Why not read the definitive presentation. It's riveting!