Charles Edwards Lester
'The Life of Sam Houston: The Hunter, Patriot, and Statesman of Texas' is a comprehensive biography chronicling the extraordinary life of one of the most influential figures in American history. Authored by Charles Edwards Lester and originally published in 1860, this book details Houston’s remarkable journey from his early days as a hunter to his pivotal role in shaping the destiny of Texas. Lester’s narrative captures the essence of Houston’s character, highlighting his courage, political acumen, and unwavering dedication to the principles of liberty and self-governance. Readers will gain insights into Houston’s involvement in the Texas Revolution, his service as president of the Republic of Texas, and his later career as a U.S. Senator and Governor. This biography offers a valuable historical perspective on the life and times of Sam Houston, a true American hero whose legacy continues to resonate today.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
