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“Tanaka sandwiches a blow-by-blow account of the final day of the renowned siege between a discussion of the rebellion’s causes and an analysis of the battle’s aftermath…Engrossing.” Booklist
“The work paints a clear, honest, and often disturbing portrait of life during the siege, one that a distanced, more abstract telling could not provide…A thoughtful, well-written work that will help students witness history in a more powerful way.” Children’s Literature
“A vivid description of the twelve-day siege and the ultimate slaughter of the outnumbered Texians. Prominent figures present during the siege and lesser-known figures are described well, giving a first-person intimacy to the tragedy…An excellent resource.” VOYA