""Sam Houston: Colossus In Buckskin"" is a biography of Sam Houston, a legendary figure in American history, written by George Creel. The book covers Houston's life from his early childhood in Virginia to his role as a key figure in the creation of the state of Texas. Houston was a complex and controversial figure, known for his bravery in battle, his political savvy, and his personal demons. Creel explores Houston's relationships with key historical figures such as Andrew Jackson and James K. Polk, as well as his marriages and his struggles with alcoholism. The book also delves into Houston's role in the Texas Revolution and his time as the first president of the Republic of Texas. Overall, ""Sam Houston: Colossus In Buckskin"" provides a comprehensive and engaging look at one of the most important figures in American history.This is a new release of the original 1928 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.