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Post by Kevin Young on Nov 11, 2009 11:13:33 GMT -5
I had to sub junior high math yesterday (they were doing worksheets, so not much for me to do but be in the room!) so I got the last chapters read. I feel that not only did I get a much better picture of Crockett the politican but really got an overview of the hot issues of this particular period of Jacksonian Democracy. Going through now making notes because I know I am going to have questions.
You all have filled a big gap in our understanding of Crockett.
Good research, well organized, well written, and refreshing. Also a magnificently produced book.
Of yes-Remember thou art mortal!
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Post by elcolorado on Nov 11, 2009 11:52:04 GMT -5
My copy arrived yesterday - Yahoo!
I've given the book the customary quick scan and like what I see. I look forward to devouring every page. Well done, fellas!
Glenn
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Post by Jim Boylston on Nov 11, 2009 14:03:24 GMT -5
Thanks, Glenn. Glad to hear the books are finally getting out there! Jim
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Post by Allen Wiener on Nov 11, 2009 17:18:52 GMT -5
Ditto here, guys; much appreciated. Kevin, mucho thanko for the very kind words; Glenn - let us know what you think.
Allen
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Post by Jim Boylston on Nov 11, 2009 18:08:44 GMT -5
Thanks so much for the kind words, Kevin. Much appreciated. Jim
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Post by billchemerka on Nov 16, 2009 22:52:19 GMT -5
I gave a plug to "David Crockett in Congress" during a Walt Disney World Radio interview in Frontierland. I mentioned your response about Crockett actors that appears in the new Crockett Chronicle."Go Ahead!"
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Post by sloanrodgers on Nov 17, 2009 5:48:48 GMT -5
While we were quite busy both days, I did mange to attend Jeff Guinn's excellent talk about "Go Down Together," his new book on Bonnie and Clyde. I bought the book immediately afterward and would highly recommend it. If you get a chance to hear Jeff, don't miss him. I skipped Guinn's promotion of Bonnie and Clyde and his book in favor of exhortations on Crockett at the Capitol. I did come across a signed copy of Guinn's book. I've only been able to skim through it, but it seems to gloss over the many crimes of the Bloody Barrows. He also seems to justify their actions in places because of their rough childhoods. He also implies that American society, The Depression, the police and the prison system made poor Clyde a killer, but it doesn't really wash.
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Post by Jim Boylston on Nov 17, 2009 7:20:26 GMT -5
Guinn does point out how B&C's backgrounds of poverty left them with limited options, but he doesn't excuse their actions. He's quick to mention that plenty of people in similar circumstances did not choose to become criminals. I'm about 3/4 through the book, and find it to be an even handed account. I don't think Guinn romaticises these people. Jim
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Post by Jim Boylston on Nov 17, 2009 7:21:21 GMT -5
I gave a plug to "David Crockett in Congress" during a Walt Disney World Radio interview in Frontierland. I mentioned your response about Crockett actors that appears in the new Crockett Chronicle."Go Ahead!" Much appreciated Bill!
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Post by Allen Wiener on Nov 17, 2009 8:59:50 GMT -5
I gave a plug to "David Crockett in Congress" during a Walt Disney World Radio interview in Frontierland. I mentioned your response about Crockett actors that appears in the new Crockett Chronicle."Go Ahead!" Thanks Bill! And for all of your help in Austin; we really appreciate your support! Hope to see us on C-SPAN soon! Allen
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Post by jerry on Nov 17, 2009 10:55:47 GMT -5
Jim and Allen,
I received my copy of DAVID CROCKETT IN CONGRESS. Very handsome volumn with great illustrations. I'll begin reading it soon.
Jerry
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Post by Jim Boylston on Nov 17, 2009 11:49:58 GMT -5
Jim and Allen, I received my copy of DAVID CROCKETT IN CONGRESS. Very handsome volumn with great illustrations. I'll begin reading it soon. Jerry Thanks for your support, Jerry! Let us know what you think! Best, Jim
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Post by alamonorth on Nov 17, 2009 13:31:52 GMT -5
Okay, I'll ask the question everyone wants an answer to. Is the Deacon Boylston mentioned on page 116 related to the co-author?
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Post by Jim Boylston on Nov 17, 2009 15:16:30 GMT -5
Okay, I'll ask the question everyone wants an answer to. Is the Deacon Boylston mentioned on page 116 related to the co-author? You caught it, Ken! ;D The answer is probably. The Boylstons came to America in 1630, and most of us are related. The family settled in and around Boston before relocating to South Carolina, where many still reside. I'll have to dig a little into my genealogy to see where this Deacon Boylston fellow fits in. In good fun, I couldn't resist including such unflattering commentary coming from a likely descendant considering that I'm such a cheerleader for Crockett. I wondered who'd pick up on it. Good catch. Jim
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Post by Allen Wiener on Nov 17, 2009 21:09:30 GMT -5
Jim and Allen, I received my copy of DAVID CROCKETT IN CONGRESS. Very handsome volumn with great illustrations. I'll begin reading it soon. Jerry Thanks Jerry; please let us know what you think of it and if you have any questions about Crockett. Hope you enjoy it. Allen
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