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About This Book:

Title: The Borderland

Other Available Formats:
Hardcover, 2000

Synopsis
This historical novel, set in 1839 during the early days of Texan statehood, is about a brother and sister's search for an ancient village built by their Cherokee mother's tribe.

Details
Language:        English

Size
Length:        439 Pages
Weight:        0.8 Pounds
Height:         7.8 Inches
Width:          5 Inches
Thickness:    1 Inches



Publisher Notes
In the bestselling tradition of Larry McMurtry, a sweeping novel that tells the tale of how mighty Texas was born -- now available in paperback.
In this epic novel set in 1839, author Edwin Shrake, himself a Texan, presents a portrait of Texas as it was, a borderland between civilization and the unknown. There were fortunes to be made, vast areas of land to be gained, and battles to be fought and won. Skillfully woven into the action-filled narrative are true historical figures, wrenching love stories, and riveting battle scenes -- all ingredients of superb historical fiction. Fans of Louis L'Amour and Patrick O'Brian will be enthralled by this Texas magnum opus.



Industry Reviews
"A vigorous portrait of the fledgling Texas republic....Shrake moves the plot along with zest....An unusual, ambitious work of historical fiction."
(03/01/2000)
"Shrake shows a facility for larger-than-life characters...and arresting images, though his plot lurches and sputters...."
(March/April 2000)


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Book Details Summary: The title of this book is The Borderland and it was written by Edwin Shrake. This edition of The Borderland is in a Paperback format. This books publish date is April 2001 and it has a suggested retail price of $19.95. There are 439 pages in the book and it was published by Hyperion Books. The 10 digit ISBN is 0786884932 and the 13 digit ISBN is 9780786884933. For the most current lowest price, Click Here.