Texas Maker: The Untold Legend of Collin McKinney - Discover the Hidden History of Texas Pioneers for Home Decor & Historical Enthusiasts
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Texas has many legendary heroes. Most people have never heard of one of them. But in his time, Collin McKinney was one of the most beloved, respected and honored statesman in the Lone Star State. Texas Maker is the story of McKinney, a humble yet steel-willed man who, through his long life spanning the American Revolution to the Civil War, helped guide Texas through independence, the formation of a republic, statehood, to the brink of the Civil War. He was one of five men tasked with drafting the Texas Declaration of Independence (and was honored with being presented the quill and inkwell that was used by all the declaration’s signers), was responsible for the configuration of Texas counties, and quietly mentored and influenced generations of Texas leaders and citizens. All this during his seventies through nineties. Because in his younger years he was an Indian fighter, outfitter and guide, businessman and hunter on par with the likes of Davy Crockett, who sought out his friend McKinney on his way to the Alamo. To the people who settled Texas, there was a storied roll of legendary statesmen whom they honored: Houston, Travis, Austin, Bowie, Crockett… and McKinney.
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Texas Maker is the best book I’ve ever read about a Texas founding father. Based on detailed factual research, this work of historical fiction reveals the life of Collin McKinney, for whom a prominent Texas county (Collin) and its county seat (McKinney) were named.Collin McKinney was a frontiersman, patriot, businessman, and preacher. He traveled in circles with such Texas luminaries as David Crockett and Sam Houston. Being the oldest person (at age 70) to sign the Texas Declaration of Independence, he was also one of five men chosen to draw up that document. Additionally, he served on the committee to construct the Republic of Texas Constitution.Eric Nishimoto is an exceptional author. I like his fast-paced, crisp writing style. His ability to paint vivid pictures through descriptive words allowed me to virtually experience the life and times of Collin McKinney from the period before Texas was a republic until the time of the violent mayhem leading up to the Civil War. And, as an added attraction, Eric Nishimoto illustrated this novella through powerful works of art.The study guide in the back of the book offers ample opportunities for the reader to delve deeper into Texas history. It is also an outstanding tool for classroom discussions and book club analyses.Texas Maker entertained, educated, and inspired me. I highly recommend this novella to anyone wanting to know more about Texas history and the unknown legend of Collin McKinney.
