The Diezmo: A Novel.
Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 2005. First Printing of the First US Edition. A Fine tight copy in a Near Fine dust jacket with a closed edge tear. Bass tells the story of the Mier Expedition--one of the most absurd and tragic military adventures in the history of Texas. In the early days of the Texas Republic, two young men volunteer to patrol the Mexican border for Sam Houston only to get captured during a raid on a Mexican village. Used as pawns, they become part of an international game of chess. Item #29067
ISBN: 0395926173
Price: $50.00
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