Tornadoes are among nature's most destructive and terrifying phenomena. Twisters have left their wake of destruction throughout the United States and the world, and The Tornado describes some of the most bizarre--houseboats sailing through the air; cars flown to a landing half a cornfield away; an entire house lifted and demolished, leaving only a divan and the uninjured family seated on it. Intermingled with descriptions of tornado encounters the world over and the ominous weather patterns that preceded them is the author's eyewitness account of a funnel that hit Waco, Texas, on May 11, 1953. With gripping narrative, he recounts the events of that day: a man clinging to a guard rail while a mailbox, plate glass, bricks, and other debris whizzed past his head; automobiles rolling end over end down the street; buildings falling like blocks knocked down by an angry child; a movie theater crumbling on the terrified patrons. When the storm had passed, 114 people were dead and hundreds injured; property damage ran in the tens of millions of dollars.

The tornado

Science & Math

john-edward-weems

Earth Sciences

DOUBLEDAY

Traces the life of the American explorer and makes use of his letters and papers to offer a glimpse of his complex personality

Peary: The Explorer and the Man

Biographies & Memoirs

J.P. Tarcher

In a poignant drama of heroism, treachery and violence, John Edwards Weems eloquently recounts yet another chapter of US history: the closing decades of the nineteenth century which marked the last of the Indian wars, those bloody years when Western expansion changed forever the face of the American continent; when railroads and 'civilization' brought about the end of the American Indian's way of life, which over the centuries had evolved into one of complete harmony with the native land; when millions of free-ranging buffalo were exterminated; when the white domination of America was finally achieved at a cost of human lives and natural resources that was to leave permanent scars. History to Mr. Weems is a story of people and through this narrative stride several prominent nineteenth century Americans --- both white and Indian --- whose lives were caught up in this blind clash of cultures. In the ironic intertwining of these lives Mr. Weems traces the irreconcilable values of each culture, the long series of revenges which made compromise impossible, and the origin of a spirit of bitterness which continues to haunt us today. Black and white illustrations. Includes bibliographical reference and index.

Death Song: The Last of the Indian Wars

History

Americas

Indian Head Books

The hurricane that swept Galveston Island early in September, 1900, occupies a unique place in the reckoning of events of the Texas Gulf coast. Nearly a century after its passing, the storm remains the standard against which the ferocity and destructiveness of all others are measured. Twothirds of Galveston's buildings were washed away at a cost that was never fully calculated. More than 6,000 people were killed. And in the collective memory of a region where depredations by wind and water are accepted as part of life, the weekend of September 8, 1900, is the ultimate example of the terror and violence a hurricane can bring. John Edward Weems's account of the Galveston hurricane was written more than six decades ago, when many of the survivors were still living and available for interviews. This book is based on numerous conversations and correspondence with these survivors as well as a careful examination of contemporary documents and news reports. In direct, economical prose Weems recreates that fateful weekend as experienced by those who actually were there. The result is a narrative that develops a pace and force as irresistible as the hurricane that inspired it, and a work that is a model of historical reportage.   

A weekend in September

Texas A&M University Press

A Texas Christmas: A miscellany of art, poetry, and fiction

Pressworks

Contributors include R. G. Vliet, Gene Shuford, A. C. Greene, Brayn Woolley, Stanley Marcus, Leon Hale, Vassar Miller, Carroll Harris Simms, Tom Lea, Elroy Bode, Gordon Baxter, William Owens, Rolando R. Hinojoso-Smith, Shelby Hearon, Marshall Terry, William Goyen, Jacqueline Simon, John Edward Weems, Joe B. Frantz, Elmer Kelton, Benjamin Capps, Billy Porterfield & Carolyn Osborn.

A Texas Christmas: A Miscellany of Art, Poetry and Fiction

Pressworks Publishing

In a poignant drama of heroism, treachery, and violence Weems eloquently recounts yet another chapter of US history: the closing decades of the 19th century, which marked the last of the Indian wars. Thrugh this narrative stride several prominent 19th century Americans - both white and Indian - whose lives were caught up in this blind clash of cultures. Among them are White Bear, the "orator of the Plains"; the famous Geronimo; Libbie Custer; John Bourke, a cavalry lieutenant sympathetic to his Indian foes; and Quanah Parker. B&W photo section.

Death Song - The Last Of The Indian Wars

Historical Study & Educational Resources

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