By Paul Spellman. This biography details the life of John Rogers during his years as a Ranger, when he observed and participated in the civilizing of West Texas. A devout Christian, he used the Bible as often as his six-gun, both with dramatic effect. Hard cover, 270 pages.

$29.95

By Marquis James. Much of what the author has to tell us about Sam Houston he has gleaned from old men who knew him or his family or his associates. He has taken folklore and unwritten legends and transformed them into history, the story of the making of Texas. Soft cover, 489 pages.

$26.95

By Susie Flatua. "I am woman, hear me roar...Or is that my vacuum cleaner?" — Liz Carpenter. Texas women have been eloquent commentators on the life and times of Texans from pioneer days to the present. Hundreds of memorable quotes and quips pay historical tribute to their insights and experiences. Soft cover, 176 pages.

$12.95

By 9 Texas historians: Carroll, Day, Dobie, Frantz, Friend, Nance, Procter, Richardson, and Winfrey. Each biography is a sketch in words of 9 famous Texans: Austin, Bonham, Bowie, Crockett, Fannin, Houston, Lamar, Milam, and Travis. These are complete and accurate accounts of the character and lvies of the true heroes of Texas. Hard cover, 141 pages.

$24.95

From the editors of Texas Monthly. Here are profiled thirteen women who are not only fascinating in their own right but also representative of the legions of women who have contributed to the character and uniqueness of Texas. They range from First Ladies to pop culture icons. Independent, courageous, fun-loving, forward-thinking, rich in spirit...these are Texas women! Soft cover, 219 pages.

$18.95

Edited by Max Sherman. A collection of several major political speeches that articulate Barbara Jordan's most deeply held values. The editor has written context-setting introductions for the speeches, some of which can be viewed on a included DVD. Hard cover, 112 pages.

$19.95

By Archie McDonald. You'll meet the 26 year-old lawyer who commanded the Alamo for 13 incredible days. This in-depth study searches for an understanding of his character and multifaceted personality. The resulting text is exciting, entertaining, and contemplative. Soft cover, 226 pages.

$21.95

McNeely

$27.00

A memoir by Nadine Eckhardt. A child of the Great Depression, Nadine was a Rio Grande Valley beauty queen, wife of a novelist and later of a U.S. congressman, and ultimately a single working mother. She recounts her journey from being a "fifties girl" who lived through the men in her life to becoming a woman in her own right. Hard cover, 125 pages.

$29.95