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	Gillespie County A View of its Past This superb photographic retrospective, published in relation to Fredericksburg's 150th celebration in 1996, chronicles the history of our county with 187 pages of pictures and historical narrative provided by Monty & Michele Mohon. This is a must buy for anybody with ties to Gillespie County. Order # B-26 $ 24.95
	Pioneers in Gods Hills (Vol 1) First published by the Historical Society in 1960, this first edition has pioneer biographies of families from the Arhlgers to the Grobes, to the Metzgers to the Wehmeyers. Has reprinted ships lists and other early Fredericksburg historical data. Order # B- 14 $ 24.95
	Pioneers in God's Hills Vol.II This second volume of Gillespie County pioneer biographies was published in 1974, following Vol. I in 1961. This new paperback version is giving young and old alike a chance to collect this great Gillespie County history book. Order # B-13 $ 24.95
	German Seed In Texas Soil Order # B- 10 $ 18.95 Dr. Terry Jordan's brilliant work on how the German immigrants influenced and were influenced by the Texas landscape. A great treatise on American agricultural history. Topics covered include crop selection, soil erosion, rock fencing, cotton farming, slavery, livestock choices, orchards and much more.
	9 Years Among the Indians Another edition of the Herman Lehmann story with a foreword by Dale Giese. This along with " A New Look At" are the two definitive books on the subject. Order # B- 8 $ 17.95
	Roemer's Texas This book first published in 1935, was a translation by Oswald Mueller. This is a scientific and social narrative of the first days of settlement in Texas ca. 1845-47 by the German " Adelsverein" and the immigrants they brought to the Texas Hill Country. Very detailed description of the climate, flora, fauna and geology of the Gillespie Co. region. Dr. Roemer accompanied John Meusebach on his journey to San Saba to sign a peace treaty with the Comanches. Good description of the journey and aftermath. Order # B- 2 $ 28.95
	Nine Years with the Indians The story of Herman Lehmann who in 1870 at age 11 was taken from his Mason Co. home by Indians and not heard from again for 8 years. This is an autobiographical narrative, first published in 1927. A compelling story of cultural adaptation and Texas frontier history. Order # B-1 $25
	German Settlements This book describes the social, economic and political conditions that existed in what we know today as " Germany". Book details early writers who generated interest in the republic of Texas and created the momentum for immigration through the " Adelsverein". It is most extensive study known on this subject. Order # B- 11 $ 24.95
	The German Texans Mr. Lich's history of the German-Texan heritage is a captivating essay on all aspects of the immigrant experience in Texas. 200 pages of superb text and photos. Mr. Lich covers the Germans in all regions and all activities they undertook. A must buy for any Texas history enthusiast. Order # B- 12 $ 12.95
	Indianola : The Mother of TexasThis book depicts the history of a city that was born, flourished and died on the Texas coast between 1844 - 1887. This account illustrates the role Indianola played not only in the lives of the new German immigrants but as an economic port. Indianola survived through sickness, hurricanes, and war only to be leveled finally by storms in 1875 and 1886. Order # B- 6 $ 17.95
	The Boy Captives This book chronicles the life and hardships of Clinton and Jeff Smith who were captured by Lipan Apache and Comanche Indians in 1871. They were held for 5 years and this book chronicles that story and their life afterward. Originally published in 1927 it is now in its 14th printing. Order # B- 27 $ 11.95
	Texas in 1848 Originally published in German in 1849, this book has been described by scholars as a treasure of German-Texan history. The author gives good detailed accounts of the immigrants and the new surrounding they faced in Texas. language is dated and very insightful to 19th century culture. Order # B-7 $ 28.95
	Fredericksburg,TX A fine book with gorgeous color photographs of Fredericksburg homes, interiors, furnishings, and gardens. The cover photo is the Walton-Smith log cabin on the grounds of the Pioneer Museum. Order # B- 32 $ 9.95
	Quanah Parker, Comanche Chief Order # B 38 $ 14.95 This carefully researched biography separate the myth from the man who was the son of famed Indian captive Cynthia Ann Parker. This pivotal figure of American Indian history is presented as a leader who adapted the best he could to the changing world that he and his people faced during his lifetime.
	Flavor of the Texas Hill Country This beautifully designed recipe book is set against the backdrop the famous Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm in Stonewall, TX. Not only will you enjoy the authentic simple recipes, but there is great historical information about the Texas Hill Country and the customs common to this area. A great gift idea for anyone. Order # B- 29 $ 8.95
	Three Roads to Chihuahua From a journal written by a former Union Major General Lew Wallace describing the conditions and historical circumstances that shaped the lives of the travelers heading from Texas into the Mexican territory. Order # B- 28 $ 29.95
	Sojourn in Texas This translation of Alvin Sorgel's writings ca. 1846-47, covers a great deal of information about the Adelsverein and the immigration process. This is a collection of letters describing the surroundings Mr. Sorgel encountered. This book's unique quality is that it is dual-language printed. A superb book for any collector of German-Texan history. Order # B-17 $ 21.95
	Diary of Hermann Seele This translated diary by Mr. Seele is a significant work in the study of German immigration to Texas. In its time span from 1843-61, the diary is the most comprehensive account of day to day life in the German settlements and their first two decades on the Texas frontier. Superb historical documentation . Order # B- 16 $ 27.50
	Civil War in Texas A very nice, concise overview of Texas's role in the Civil War. Good photographs and very easy to read. Order # B- 18 $ 9.95
	Texas and Texans in the Civil War This work by well know Texas Civil War scholar Ralph Wooster, is a great summary of military and non military subjects relating to Texas's role in the Civil War. This book covers all geographic regions in Texas and how each was affected by the 4 year conflict. Order # B- 19 $ 27.95
	The Story of Jacob Brodbeck Compiled and Edited by Anita Tatsch, this short volume is a good historical essay on the life of Jacob Brodbeck, a Gillespie County resident who for many students of aviation history was the first man to build and fly an airship almost 30 years before the Wright Bros. Order # B- 9 $ 12.95
	Kirchen Buch Church records for baptisms, confirmations births and deaths in Fredericksburg ca. 1849-70. Order # B- 21 $ 15.95
	Der Stadt Cemetery A good book of cemetery records for any genealogist doing family research in the Fredericksburg area. Order # B- 23 $ 10.00
	Handbook and Registry of German- Texan Heritage Another great resource for any German-Texan genealogist, this compendium covers by county subjects such as Lutheran, Catholic, and Methodist churches, cemeteries, schools, farms & ranches and historical markers. Order # B- 24 $ 22.95
	GTHS -German Immigrant Ancestors Order # B- 32 $ 15.00
	Three Years Among the Comanches Order # B- 33 $ 10.95 This the account of Nelson Lee, a Texas Ranger who was take prisoner by the Comanches and spent three years in their midst. This is a reprint of the original 1859 publication.
	The Indian Texans Order # B-33 $ 10.95 Part of a 5 volume set published by the Institute of Texan Cultures, explores the social and cultural contributions made by the Native American societies that were in existence at the time that Texas was settled by Europeans.
	The Mexican Texans Order # B- 34 $ 10.95 Author Phyllis McKenzie explores how time has shaped the identity of Mexican Texans and their continued contributions to the fabric of daily life in Texas for more than six generations.
	The European Texans Order # B 35 $ 10.95 This volume deals with the lives and cultural contributions made by the French, English, Scottish, Irish, Dutch, Belgian, Swiss, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, German, Wendish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Italian, Greek and Slavic settlers.
	The Asian Texans Order # B 36 $10.95 Organized by region, this book discusses the lives and contributions of Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Japanese, Laotian, Filipino, East Indian and Cambodians who settled in Texas over the past 140 years.
	Rural Cemeteries of Gillespie County Order # B 37 $ 15.95 This guide complied by the Dr. Keidel Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic in Fredericksburg covers rural cemeteries in the following Gillespie Co. communities: Bear Creek, Cherry Mountain, Cherry Spring, Crabapple, Doss, Grapetown, Klein Branch, Onion Creek, Pecan Creek, Pilot Knob, Squaw Creek, Tivydale and Willow City.
	Texas Tears & Texas Sunshine Order # B 39 $ 15.95 This book recounts the stories if sixteen women pioneers, whose experiences provide a gripping , personal history of Texas from its first Anglo settlement through the taming of the western sections of our vast state.
	Spirit of Iron Order # B 40 $ 9.95 The author of " A Paradise Called Texas" and daughter of famed German Texas scholar Gilbert Jordan, Janice Shefelman spins a story of Mina and her experiences in the German Texas Hill Country.
	Cynthia Ann Parker; The Life and the Legend Order # B 41 $ 14.95 Author Margaret Hacker recounts the tragic story of the abduction and captivity of nine-year-old Cynthia Parker. When she was returned to her family at age 24, Cynthia had a hard time adapting to life without her Indian husband and sons.
	El Sol Colorado: An Historical Novel Order # B 42 $ 29.95 This book chronicles the life of Baron von Meusebach or as his friends called him, John as he makes his way from Germany to the Texas Frontier. Jenny Lind Porter covers this fascinating man who helped found the settlement of Fredericksburg and was influential in the survival of the German immigration experiment. Over 360 pages of captivating reading.
	Lone Star: A History of Texas and the Texans Order # B 43 $ 24.95 Originally published in 1968, this 2000 reprint is a must read for any Texas history fan. This in depth look at the people, politics and events that shaped our state is told with vitality and immediacy.
	Letters to Oma: A Young German Girl's Account of Her First Year in Texas 1847 Order # B 44 $ 15.95 Fictional tale about the life of Christina Eudora Von Scholl and her family's adventures as they immigrate from Germany to Industry, Texas. Based on primary source materials this book has been used by Texas history teachers for many years.
	A House Divided Order # B 45 $ 14.95 The continued sage of the von Scholl family as they tell the story of the effect of the Civil War on German Texans.
	Women in Early Texas Order # B 47 $ 19.95 This book contains biographies of fifty notable women representing a variety of ethnic groups and socioeconomic classes. A very good resource for Texas history teachers and students alike.
	More Than Petticoats: Remarkable Texas Women Order # B 48 $ 10.95 Biographies of ten Texas women who made an impact in politics, frontier settlement, social justice, cultural preservation and science just to name a few. From Cynthia Ann Parker to Ima Hogg, this book illustrates that Texas was shaped not only by its famous "men".
	Indianola & Matagorda Island 1837-1887 Order # B 50 $ 15.95 Ms. Wolff provides the reader with a historical chronology of the two locations, plus information on shipwrecks, cemetery inscriptions and natural resources of this section of the Texas Gulf coast.