The history of a scenic region, the beginning of which was romantic but also brutal. Settlers from other states came to the area and overcame every hardship. Indians harassed them for decades and the Civil War almost ruined them. Mr. Bennett tells the story with clarity in a very readable style.

San Antonio: The Naylor Company, 1956. 1st Edition. 332 pages. Hardcover in dustjacket. The book has an area of uneven coloration at the lower outside corner of the front board, and age toning to the pastedowns and endpapers. Overall, the book is in VERY GOOD condition. The dustjacket has chipping to the edges and some discoloration, presumably due to age. Overall, the dustjacket is in VERY GOOD condition.