The Gates of the Alamo

De: Stephen Harrigan

Narrado por: George Guidall

Best-selling author Stephen Harrigan brings one of the pivotal battles in American history to life in this fiery, unforgettable novel. Meticulously researched and overflowing with fascinating characters, The Gates of the Alamo is an experience history buffs and fiction fans will equally enjoy. Edmund McGowan is a gifted naturalist whose life’s work is threatened by war. Mary Mott is a widowed innkeeper forced to rely on her own resources for survival. Mary’s 16-year-old son, Terrell, is a young man about to experience his first taste of love. Focusing on these three characters - and sprinkling in real-life figures such as James Bowie and Davy Crockett - Harrigan gives a human face to a true American legend. Told from the perspective of the Mexican attackers as well as the American defenders, this New York Times best seller vividly recreates a time and a place where honor and gallant death shaped generations of people. George Guidall’s narration captures all the drama of ordinary people living through extraordinary events.

©2000 Stephen Harrigan (P)2001 Recorded Books

I’ve visited the Alamo during the reading of this book because I became so interested.

I love historical fiction and this was a true winner in every respect. I also adored George Guidell and he was, as always, magnificent in his performance. It could be argued that reality is stretched by the use of various narrators who magically appear in the thick of the most important historical events surrounding the Battles for Texas independence as portrayed here, but setting that aside, it is always enjoyable to have a front row seat at such goings-on. Character development was excellent, perhaps especially of the fictional characters who formed the nucleus of the story. I highly recommend this book.

The Best

This book was so well written and narrated that you feel like you are there in the midst of the story. I’ve been to the Alamo once, but now I want to return. ❤️

Brilliant!

Terrific story with Incredibly rich characters ! Hats off to Stephen Harrigan. I was almost sad that the book was over. Excellently performed.

An interesting take

Overall I thought this book was pretty good. It had some perspectives I had not considered before and was told most eloquently. There were times when it seemed to drag a bit, but when the action started it didn't relent. Good book overall

A great read

Another Alamo Classic, a great read for history lovers. For the everyday Texas history buff.