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Matagorda County Hardcover – June 1, 2009

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 12 ratings
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Matagorda County is centered in the Texas Coastal Bend at the crossroads of the Colorado River and the Gulf of Mexico. The name Matagorda, Spanish for "thick brush," was derived from the canebrakes that formerly lined the extensive shoreline. This vast coastal prairie is rich in history and tradition, with its roots dating back to 1685 when the explorer LaSalle sailed into Matagorda Bay. Later Stephen F. Austin used the seaports of Matagorda and Brazoria to build his new colony. The Gulf of Mexico, the rivers, the rich agricultural soil, the natural habitat full of wild game and birds, and the determined spirit of the people make the cities of Bay City, Palacios, Blessing, Sargent, and Matagorda an exquisite mix of history and tradition.
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  1. Print length
    130 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
  4. Publication date
    June 1, 2009
  5. Dimensions
    6.69 x 0.38 x 9.61 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1531636012
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1531636012
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Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Arcadia Publishing Library Editions (June 1, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 130 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1531636012
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1531636012
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.69 x 0.38 x 9.61 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 12 ratings

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Ben L
5.0 out of 5 stars Precious memories
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2021
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I bought this for my Grandmother, due to her being raised in Matagorda County. She recognized people from her graduating class! Was nice to learn about her upbringing and see her light up as she remembers aspects of her childhood.
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J
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2020
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A very interesting book. I bought it for my reference library and to learn more about the history of the town I grew up in.
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E. King
4.0 out of 5 stars Insightful
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2014
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This is another attempt to explain the story of Matagorda and what happened there. It should be read along with the other books on Matagorda and Indianola.
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ryan knipp
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2016
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Cool book. I like the pictures and info.
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Brent Darby
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2014
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very happy
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Jayvien LeDoux
5.0 out of 5 stars good read
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2022
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Used for research for a class project
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