Download or read book The History of South Padre Island written by and published by . This book was released on 1985* with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Padre Island Story written by Loraine Daly and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-11 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Padre Island Story is a compelling anthology that delves into the rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty that defines Padre Island. Through a carefully curated selection of essays, poetry, and short stories, the collection explores the multifaceted identity of this unique locale. The editors, Loraine Daly and Pat Reumert, have achieved a remarkable feat in gathering works that span a range of literary styles, from narrative nonfiction to evocative poetry, offering readers a comprehensive view of the islands significance in both ecological and human terms. This assortment not only celebrates the beauty and diversity of Padre Island but also probes the complex relationship between people and the natural environment, making it a standout contribution to regional literature. The contributing authors, Daly and Reumert, bring to the collection their diverse backgrounds in environmental science and local history, respectively. Their combined expertise enriches the anthologys exploration of Padre Island, grounding it in both personal experience and scholarly research. This fusion of perspectives situates the work within broader conversations about conservation, cultural history, and the impact of human activity on natural spaces. The anthology aligns itself with contemporary movements in environmental literature and regional storytelling, inviting readers to consider the intricate interplay between human narratives and the natural world. The Padre Island Story is an essential read for anyone interested in environmental literature, regional studies, or the art of storytelling itself. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with the myriad ways Padre Island has been perceived, experienced, and imagined. This volume is not just an exploration of a geographical locale but a journey through the lenses of varied authors who, together, weave a comprehensive narrative that is as educational as it is engaging. Readers are encouraged to immerse themselves in this rich collection, which promises not only to broaden their understanding of Padre Island but also to foster a deeper appreciation for the complexities of human-environment relationships.
Download or read book Fun Days on South Padre Island written by Pat McGrath-Avery and published by . This book was released on 2013-05-01 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A colorful travelogue for young children and their families who are headed to South Padre Island, Texas. Includes things to do and ride, places to go, history, and games. Encourages eco-awareness.
Download or read book The Lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas written by J. Lee Stambaugh and published by . This book was released on 1964 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Shrimp Tales Port Isabel and Brownsville Shrimping History written by Rudy Garcia and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-08 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A history of the shrimping industry in the Rio Grande Valley on the Texas coast. Contains interviews with shrimpers from the heyday of the industry, 1940s - 1970s.
Download or read book Behind the Third Dune written by Steve Hathcock and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Conquistadores and Cannibals written by Vernon Smylie and published by . This book was released on 1964 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn about the history of Padre Island.
Download or read book Padre Island National Seashore written by W. Dwayne Jones and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Notable Men and Women of Spanish Texas written by Donald E. Chipman and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner, Presidio La Bahia Award, Sons of the Republic of Texas, 2000 Texas Old Missions and Forts Restoration Association Book Award, the Texas Old Missions and Fort Restoration Association and the Texas Catholic Historical Society, 2001 The Spanish colonial era in Texas (1528-1821) continues to emerge from the shadowy past with every new archaeological and historical discovery. In this book, years of archival sleuthing by Donald E. Chipman and Harriett Denise Joseph now reveal the real human beings behind the legendary figures who discovered, explored, and settled Spanish Texas. By combining dramatic, real-life incidents, biographical sketches, and historical background, the authors bring to life these famous (and sometimes infamous) men of Spanish Texas: Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca Alonso de León Francisco Hidalgo Louis Juchereau de St. Denis Antonio Margil The Marqués de Aguayo Pedro de Rivera Felipe de Rábago José de Escandón Athanase de Mézières The Marqués de Rubí Antonio Gil Ibarvo Domingo Cabello José Bernardo Gutiérrez de Lara Joaquín de Arredondo The authors also devote a chapter to the women of Spanish Texas, drawing on scarce historical clues to tell the stories of both well-known and previously unknown Tejana, Indian, and African women.
Download or read book Springs of Texas written by Gunnar M. Brune and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 616 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide Galveston South Padre Island the Texas Gulf Coast A Great Destination written by Alex Wukman and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2008-01-07 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Consistently rated the best guides to the regions covered...Readable, tasteful, appealingly designed. Strong on dining, lodging, culture, and history."—National Geographic Traveler. Distinctive for their accuracy, simplicity, and conversational tone, the diverse travel guides in our Explorer's Great Destinations series meet the conflicting demands of the modern traveler. They're packed full of up-to-date information to help plan the perfect getaway. And they're compact and light enough to come along for the ride. A tool you'll turn to before, during, and after your trip, these guides include: Chapters on lodging, dining, transportation, history, shopping, recreation, and more! A section packed with practical information, such as lists of banks, hospitals, post offices, laundry mats, numbers for police, fire, and rescue, and other relevant information. Maps of regions and locales. From the sea border with Mexico to the Louisiana shore, the coast of Texas is rich in history, recreation, and natural and architectural beauty and is a major destination for both Texans and non-Texans alike.
Download or read book Ralph W Yarborough the People s Senator written by Patrick L. Cox and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2010-06-28 with total page 509 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A compelling biography of a Texas senator who was “a defiant, dedicated liberal in the face of conservative Southern politics” (Publishers Weekly). Revered by many Texans and other Americans as “the People’s Senator,” Ralph Webster Yarborough fought for “the little people” in a political career that places him in the ranks of the most influential leaders in Texas history. The only U.S. senator representing a former Confederate state to vote for every significant piece of modern civil rights legislation, Yarborough became a cornerstone of Lyndon Johnson’s Great Society programs in the areas of education, environmental preservation, and health care. In doing so, he played a major role in the social and economic modernization of Texas and the American South. He often defied conventional political wisdom with his stands against powerful interests and with his vocal opposition to the Vietnam War. Yet to this day, his admirers speak of Yarborough as an inspiration for public service and a model of political independence and integrity. This biography offers the first in-depth look at the life and career of Ralph Yarborough. Patrick L. Cox draws on Yarborough’s personal and professional papers, as well as on extensive interviews with the senator and his associates, to follow Yarborough from his formative years in East Texas through his legal and judicial career in the 1930s, decorated military service in World War II, unsuccessful campaigns for Texas governor in the 1950s, distinguished tenure in the United States Senate from 1957 to 1970, and return to legal practice through the 1980s. Although Yarborough’s liberal politics set him at odds with most of the Texas power brokers of his time, including Lyndon Johnson, his accomplishments have become part of the national fabric. Medicare recipients, beneficiaries of the Cold War G.I. Bill, and even beachcombers on Padre Island National Seashore all share in the lasting legacy of Senator Ralph Yarborough.
Download or read book Port Isabel written by Valerie D. Bates and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2013-02-04 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the 1830s, a small community known as El Fronton de Santa Isabel set roots on the banks of the Laguna Madre Bay. Official claim for the land was granted to Don Rafael Garcia as part of the Potrero ("Pasture") de Santa Isabel in 1828. Less than two decades later, Point Isabel was home to Zachary Taylor's Fort Polk and found itself a home base during the Mexican-American War. In 1853, construction was completed on the Point Isabel lighthouse, a navigational beacon with a 16-mile view. Port Isabel was incorporated in 1928, and a deep-water port shipped its first commercial load in 1937. By the 1950s, Port Isabel was the "Shrimping Capital of the World," and the first Queen Isabella Causeway connected South Padre Island to the mainland. Port Isabel continues to deepen its roots on the banks of the Laguna Madre Bay. Heritage and cultural tourism, a relaxed quality of life, and an appreciation for all things coastal are synonymous with Port Isabel.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Texas Seashells Identification Ecology Distribution and History written by John Wesley Tunnell and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2010 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to seashells found in Texas that discusses the historical uses of mollusks and seashells, the history of conchology and malacology in the state, habitats, and other related topics, and provides information for identifying nine hundred species.
Download or read book The Laguna Madre of Texas and Tamaulipas written by John Wesley Tunnell and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Laguna Madre of Texas and Tamaulipas is the only hypersaline coastal lagoon on the North American continent and only one of five worldwide. Extending along 277 miles of shoreline in South Texas and northeastern Mexico, the lagoon is renowned for its vast seagrass meadows, huge wintering redhead population, and bountiful fishing grounds. Recent concerns about increasing human activity have focused attention on the long-term health of the Laguna Madre as growing population pressures, pollution problems, and dredging threaten this unique ecosystem. The Nature Conservancy, whose mission is the conservation of biodiversity through protection of habitat, recognized the need to compile all known information about the Laguna Madre in order to move ahead with a science-based conservation agenda. This book is the result. Taking an ecosystem approach to the study of this rich habitat, the authors first provide an overview of the natural history of the Laguna Madre and adjacent areas, including an essay on the importance of the region's private ranches. Succeeding chapters discuss the diverse natural resources of the lagoon—seagrasses, open bays, tidal flats, barrier islands, abundant waterfowl, colonial waterbird rookeries, sea turtles, and fisheries. A final section identifies information gaps, offers a conservation framework, and makes recommendations for preserving the biodiversity of this complex and special ecosystem. Over seventy years of literature on the Laguna Madre and surrounding environments has been synthesized here. With 150 figures and illustrations, the book is the first to take a broad and comprehensive look at both the Texan and Tamaulipan Laguna Madre. For scientists, conservationists, resource managers, and policy makers involved in the future of the Texas and Mexico coasts, the value of this book is clear. And coastal residents, birders, anglers, and nature lovers who want to learn about and take care of the Laguna Madre will find this to be an indispensable guide.
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