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Post by Kevin Young on Nov 10, 2009 17:44:47 GMT -5
I think its significant, and extremely telling, that the cover was changed. The original cover art by Zaboly showed an aerial perspective of defenders running out of the east palisade gate toward the waiting Mexican cavalry. That this was changed must reflect a reluctance by either the author, or the publisher (I'm sure it was the latter) to show Texans "running away." This was not due to any patriotic fervor on their part, but most likely a result of the realization that some Texans may be incensed at this, and not buy the book.... ML Then again-the release date may play into the any publicity is better than none thought. Think about it: at the time of year when Texas History is at its high point (TSHA meeting) and people are gathered to remember the Alamo, a new book saying that a majority of the garrison fled is really going to make the press buzz.
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Post by Jim Boylston on Nov 11, 2009 7:57:58 GMT -5
I think its significant, and extremely telling, that the cover was changed. The original cover art by Zaboly showed an aerial perspective of defenders running out of the east palisade gate toward the waiting Mexican cavalry. That this was changed must reflect a reluctance by either the author, or the publisher (I'm sure it was the latter) to show Texans "running away." This was not due to any patriotic fervor on their part, but most likely a result of the realization that some Texans may be incensed at this, and not buy the book.... ML Then again-the release date may play into the any publicity is better than none thought. Think about it: at the time of year when Texas History is at its high point (TSHA meeting) and people are gathered to remember the Alamo, a new book saying that a majority of the garrison fled is really going to make the press buzz. Could also be that the marketing people wanted a more recognizable "Alamo" on the cover. At one point the marketers working for our publisher wanted our title changed to "DAVY Crockett in Congress." Uh, no. Jim
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Post by Kevin Young on Nov 11, 2009 10:55:55 GMT -5
Having looked at the cover, I think your right. It does clearly say MOE with both the title and the overused turn of the century image.
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Post by jerry on Mar 31, 2010 16:41:49 GMT -5
According to the publisher, EXODUS FROM THE ALAMO is at the printers and, hopefully, will be in book stores in two weeks.
Jerry
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Post by tracesoftexas on Apr 21, 2010 10:56:18 GMT -5
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Post by Seguin on Apr 21, 2010 22:54:11 GMT -5
There´s now four reviews on Amazon (and a discussion thread). Two of the reviews are positive and have gotten four stars. One of them ends like this: "Those who wish to refute Turner would do well to attempt to do so by carefully studying and citing primary evidence rather than simply relying upon emotion and invoking the ghosts of Fess Parker and John Wayne." Good grief!
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Post by Chuck T on Apr 21, 2010 23:03:13 GMT -5
You could evoke the ghost of Daffy Duck to refute the good Doctor Tucker. It ain't that hard
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Post by garyzaboly on Apr 22, 2010 6:38:07 GMT -5
You could evoke the ghost of Daffy Duck to refute the good Doctor Tucker. It ain't that hard Exit Ducks From the Alamo?
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Post by Allen Wiener on Apr 22, 2010 8:45:46 GMT -5
I think you've got a concept there for a new Pixar 3-D adventure film!
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Post by Chuck T on Apr 22, 2010 17:57:03 GMT -5
Gary: Although I am a new member I must be hanging around you guys too long and my wires are fried. I saw your post above, said to my self that's nice, went to take a nap, and about ten minutes later - Oh EXITDUCKS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Post by sloanrodgers on Apr 22, 2010 19:58:24 GMT -5
Oh EXITDUCKS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And folks quake about my occasional puns. Oops! that's two in one day.
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Post by Paul Sylvain on Apr 23, 2010 5:55:39 GMT -5
I know I should keep an open mind, read the book and draw my own conclusions, and normally that's exactly what I would do. Lord knows, almost every movie a critic likes, I hate and vice versa.
But after reading the comments here and over at Amazon, there is no way I'm going to waste even a dime on Tucker's book. I guess I could buy it then recycle and use it for something appropriate like toilet paper ....
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Post by Chuck T on Apr 23, 2010 10:05:21 GMT -5
Paul: I wrote one of those reviews on Amazon. After doing so, I had this funny feeling that I had just been had. In a strange backhanded way I think bad reviews from people like us who, while we may differ on the details, hold the Alamo and all that surrounds it as being an essential part of the American character, are exactly what this guy wants.
I guess what I am saying is that this book is less about history, and more about current politics. If I am correct I think that just stinks. No other words for it. By people like us tearing down Tucker and what he calls his "work" we are actually advancing his cause for he can then say - See I told you so. We then become the Neanderthals of the piece.
Just some thoughts before my second cup of morning coffee. ------Chuck
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Post by Jim Boylston on Apr 23, 2010 10:18:17 GMT -5
I guess what I am saying is that this book is less about history, and more about current politics. If I am correct I think that just stinks. No other words for it. By people like us tearing down Tucker and what he calls his "work" we are actually advancing his cause for he can then say - See I told you so. We then become the Neanderthals of the piece. Just some thoughts before my second cup of morning coffee. ------Chuck That's why it's best to focus on the sloppy methodology. Either way, unfortunately, controversy sells.
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Post by garyzaboly on Apr 23, 2010 12:16:16 GMT -5
I guess what I am saying is that this book is less about history, and more about current politics. If I am correct I think that just stinks. No other words for it. By people like us tearing down Tucker and what he calls his "work" we are actually advancing his cause for he can then say - See I told you so. We then become the Neanderthals of the piece. Just some thoughts before my second cup of morning coffee. ------Chuck That's why it's best to focus on the sloppy methodology. Either way, unfortunately, controversy sells. Someone should write a Santa Anna diary, with the Yellow Rose episode spiced up like Harold Robbins. Ditto the chiclet gum venture.
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