The Prehistory of Texas

The Prehistory of Texas

Author: Timothy K. Perttula

Publisher: Texas A&M University Press

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 486

ISBN-13: 9781585441945

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The first look at the prehistory of Texas by 16 professional archaeologist.


Springs of Texas

Springs of Texas

Author: Gunnar M. Brune

Publisher: Texas A&M University Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 616

ISBN-13: 9781585441969

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This text explores the natural history of Texas and more than 2900 springs in 183 Texas counties. It also includes an in-depth discussion of the general characteristics of springs - their physical and prehistoric settings, their historical significance, and their associated flora and fauna.


The Spanish Acequias of San Antonio

The Spanish Acequias of San Antonio

Author: I. Waynne Cox

Publisher: Maverick Books

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781893271340

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This well researched and documented book recounts the unique history of water and water distribution in early San Antonio, Texas. The founding of San Antonio in 1718 was due to the presence of two major sources of water --San Pedro Springs and the headwaters of the San Antonio River. From these Spanish engineers designed seven major acequia systems that followed sometimes barely perceptible land contours downward. The history and remarkable expertise of those early engineers is recounted here. Photographs and maps of early San Antonio and urban San Antonio add to the story. The manuscript was completed shortly before the renown local San Antonio archaeologist died at the age of 70 years.


Making San Antonio

Making San Antonio

Author: Joe Carroll Rust

Publisher: Hpn Books

Published: 2014-01-06

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 9781939300577

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A history of the manufacturing sector of San Antonio, paired with the stories of local companies.


Sofia's Saints

Sofia's Saints

Author: Diana López

Publisher: Bilingual Review Press (AZ)

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13:

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Forced to confront both her painful past and the seemingly inevitable loss of her old home, Sofia realizes that she must reevaluate everything she thought she knew about art, love, men, miracles, and money."--BOOK JACKET.