Jim Bowie

Jim Bowie was one of the best-known frontiersmen of his day. He wrestled alligators, rode wild mustangs, and helped Texas dwin its independence. He was famous for the knife that still bears his name. He led a life of adventure and excitementthat ended with him as one of the defenders of the Alamo. In this book you can follow the adventures of Jim Bowie as told by his faithful dog and friend Gator. From the moment Jim snatches the small puppy from the jaws of an alligator until the final moments at the Alamo, Jim and Gator shard a life of friendship and adventure. Come share this story of courage, loyalty, and devotion as Jim and Gator follow the path from history into legend. Jim Bowie is the second book in the Frontier Legends series. The series has been praised by teachers and librarians as a valuable learning tool that makes reading fun for students as they learn about our great American history.