![]() "An authoritative, moving retelling of an enduring episode of sacrifice and courage. I predict his book will be one of the best classics to remember the Alamo."― Todd Hansen, The Alamo Reader: A Study in History In The Blood of Heroes, he gives a new and compelling narrative version of one of the most dramatic stories in American History, while at the same time thoughtfully and conscientiously remaining anchored to the wide range of original sources- including many only recently come to light. "Jim Donovan combines two exceptional talents-those of a first rate story teller and a first rate historian. " The Blood of Heroes is surely the best account to date, one that presents plenty of new insights while acting as a corrective-or at least an alternative viewpoint-to previous accounts.Donovan combines that vital blend of authoritative scholarship with the vivid writing necessary to make an oft-told tale seem fresh."― William C. Gwynne, author of Empire of the Summer Moon ![]() A first-rate read from a fine historian."― S.C. ![]() The Alamo is one of the greatest American stories, and he tells it in a sweeping, propulsive narrative that includes fine portraits of all of those wonderful, larger-than-life figures that have embedded themselves in the national lexicon: General Santa Anna, Jim Bowie, Davy Crockett, and William Barret Travis. "Donovan's book reads fast, like a gallop through South Texas. Even those familiar with an oft-told story will delight in the richness of his detail."― The Washington Times Donovan's gripping book is history at its best-exactingly sourced and written with a vividness that challenges you to put it down. The Blood of Heroes is a good book for anyone with a love of history."― Michael Merschel, Dallas Morning News It's probably the best nonfiction I have read about Texas, history told in a way that reads like fiction. "The best book on Texas history.This is a big deal. Donovan has a splendid sense of historical narrative.Those making their entrance into Alamo lore for the first time are well advised to begin with The Blood of Heroes."― Allen Barra, Houston Chronicle The accessible and dramatic cover art by graphic novelist Nilah Magruder will attract a new generation of fans."The best book on the battle. How can a handful of young demigods hope to persevere against Gaea's army of powerful giants? As dangerous as it is to head to Athens, they have no other option. The gods, still suffering from multiple personality disorder, are useless. The Athena Parthenos will go west the Argo II will go east. Though it is tempting to take the Athena Parthenos to Athens to use as a secret weapon, the friends know that the huge statue belongs back on Long Island, where it might be able to stop a war between the two camps. The Roman legion from Camp Jupiter, led by Octavian, is almost within striking distance. The demigods are having more frequent visions of a terrible battle at Camp Half-Blood. ![]() She needs their blood-the blood of Olympus-in order to wake. They must be stopped before the Feast of Spes, when Gaea plans to have two demigods sacrificed in Athens. Her giants have risen-all of them-and they're stronger than ever. Though the Greek and Roman crewmembers of the Argo II have made progress in their many quests, they still seem no closer to defeating the earth mother, Gaea. The breathtaking conclusion to the mega-bestselling Heroes of Olympus series by Rick Riordan, now with fresh and exciting new cover art by Nilah Magruder.
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