Excerpt from Observations, Historical, Geographical and Descriptive: In a Series of Letters, Written During a Visit to Austin''s Colony, With a View to Permanent Settlement in That Country, in the Autumn of 1831
Spanish government, uniformly discouraged all attempts to penetrate into the country. It was the policy of the government, that completely locked up Texas, and all the Spanish American possessions, and excluded even visiters and travel lers. It was a favourite saying of the Spanish Captain General Of the internal provinces, Don N emisio Salcedo, that he would stop the birds from ?ying over the boundary line between Texas and the United States, if it Were in his power. This rigid policy prevented''any one from at tempting to explore the country by land, for perpetual imprisonment was the inevitable result Of detection and capture.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating glimpse into the early 19th century's burgeoning interest in Texas, a territory then largely unknown and shrouded in mystery. Through the author's personal account of a journey to Austin's Colony in 1831, readers are transported to a land brimming with natural beauty and potential. The author meticulously details the voyage to Texas, including the challenges of navigating treacherous waters and the excitement of arriving in a new land. The narrative then delves into the rich geography of the region, exploring its rivers, soils, and diverse plant life, including the curious honey trees and the fascinating Nopal cactus. The book reveals the early days of Texan settlement, providing insights into the lives of early colonists, their hopes and struggles, and the societal structure that began to emerge. The author also documents the historical context of Spanish rule and the subsequent revolution, shedding light on the political and social climate of the time. The bookââ â¢s detailed descriptions of the land, its resources, and the lives of its people offer a valuable record of a pivotal moment in Texan history. This intimate, firsthand perspective provides a compelling portrait of the allure and challenges of pioneering life and the burgeoning dreams of a new nation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331687269_0
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