Sanford, William R

The life of Sam Houston, friend of the Cherokee, oustanding general in the battle for the independence of Texas, and devoted statesman in the U.S. government.

Profiles the life of a penniless steamboat pilot who moved to Texas where he fought against nature and outlaws as he built a cattle empire that still endures.

Profiles the life and struggles of the renowned wilderness pioneer Daniel Boone.

Traces the life of the religious leader, from his childhood through his embracing the Mormon faith and becoming head of their church.

Describes the life and accomplishments of the son of a former slave whose unusual bulldogging style made him a rodeo star.

Text and photographs present a biography of the Nez Perce chief who led his people on a trek to escape American government injustices.

Presents a history of the trail that became an important commercial route to the southwestern United States during the 1800s.

Presents the history of the trail which became the main route for the Texas cattle trade after the Civil War.

Profiles the life of the young Shoshoni woman Sacagawea, who served as an interpreter and guide for the Lewis and Clark expedition at the beginning of the nineteenth century.

Introduces the geography, history, government, economy, industry, culture, historic sites, and famous people of the "Show me" state.