This revised and expanded edition of the authoritative history of Spanish Texas features significant new discoveries throughout.Modern Texas, like Mexico, traces its beginning to sixteenth-century encounters between Europeans and Indians. Unlike Mexico, however, Texas eventually received the stamp of Anglo-American culture, so that Spanish contributions to present-day Texas tend to be obscured or even unknown. Spanish Texas, 1519–1821 undercores the signifi...

In Notable Men and Women of Spanish Texas, Donald Chipman and Harriett Joseph combined dramatic, real-life incidents, biographical sketches, and historical background to reveal the real human beings behind the legendary figures who discovered, explored, and settled Spanish Texas from 1528 to 1821. Drawing from their earlier book and adapting the language and subject matter to the reading level and interests of middle and high school students, the authors here present the men and w...

Sword of Empire: The Spanish Conquest of the Americas from Columbus to Cortés, 1492–1529 is, by design, an approachable and accessible history of some of the most life-altering events in the story of man. Chipman examines the contributions of Christopher Columbus and Hernando Cortes in creating the foundations of the Spanish Empire in North America.Chipman has produced a readable and accurate narrative for students and the reading public, although some information presente...

Though the Aztec Empire fell to Spain in 1521, three principal heirs of the last emperor, Moctezuma II, survived the conquest and were later acknowledged by the Spanish victors as reyes naturales (natural kings or monarchs) who possessed certain inalienable rights as Indian royalty. For their part, the descendants of Moctezuma II used Spanish law and customs to maintain and enhance their status throughout the colonial period, achieving titles of knighthood and nobility in Mexico a...

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 sometime...

Casserole, hot dish, meal-in-one...no matter what you call it, these comforting sensations have been family favorites for years. With this hearty collection, today's cooks can always find the perfect casserole, including:Weekend Breakfast BakeCinnamon Raisin StrataBiscuit Pizza BakeCrunchy Turkey CasseroleMexican Chicken BakeMac 'n' Cheese with HamSmoked Pork Chops with Sweet PotatoesSeafood 'n' Shells Cass...

Whether you’re whipping up a sizzling weeknight family dinner or planning a warm-weather menu for friends, Taste of Home Backyard Barbecues has you covered. Turn here for all of your fiery favorites…from steaks and chops to burgers and brats…including perfect side dishes, desserts and appetizers! Best of all, each recipe is shared by a family cook so you know it’s a proven winner. Ideal for casual summer get-togethers, church picnics, family reunions, tailgates and more, Backyard B...

Taste of Home Comfort Food Diet Cookbook presents a common-sense approach to healthy living and dieting by focusing on what people can eat, not what they have to give up. With the help of provided calorie counts, readers can plan their day and feel confident knowing they're within the desired calorie range for weight loss. All recipes come from real home cooks and combine realistic portions with exceptional taste-and all have been approved by the nutritionist on t...

Rise and shine! Leisurely brunches are a great way to gather with family and friends and celebrate the weekend. Now, with Taste of Home 201 Brunch Favorites at your side, you’ll find impressive eye-openers that come together far quicker than you’d imagine. From eggs and bacon to waffles and pancakes, and from coffee cakes and scones to fruit medley’s and beverages, these recipes help create the best brunch buffet you’ve ever served. You’ll even find easy ideas for fast weekday brea...

Whether attending or hosting a potluck dinner, a family reunion, bake sale, or church picnic, you'll find the perfect carry-in with Taste of Home Potluck! These recipes serve 10 or more, travel well, and make welcome contributions to bring-a-dish gatherings.With recipes like:Firefighter's Chicken SpaghettiBaked Pork ChimichangaKentucky Grilled ChickenFlavorful Southwestern ChiliAntipasto Picnic SaladHoney-Must...

Both the novice and experienced baker will be delighted with Taste of Home Cake Mix Creations New Edition. This collection, packed with 234 scrumptious treats, will have everyone asking, “How did she find the time to make that?” The answer, of course, is versatile cake mixes! You’ll be amazed by the variety of sweets these convenient products produce—not just cakes and cupcakes—but cookies, bars, crisps and quick breads! The collection comes from real home cooks—just like you—and offers th...

With the Taste of Home New Church Supper Cookbook you’ll never be at a loss when it comes to contributing a potluck dish. Discover more than 340 recipes (and 200+ recipe photos) for appetizers, brunch specialties, main dishes, casseroles, side dishes, salads and more. You’ll even find specialty chapters for feeding crowds of 40 or more, slow cooker sensations, and holiday fare, as well as specially marked recipes that can be prepared in about 20 minutes or less. Never worry about ...