What are some good books to read on Texas Indians or pioneers?
A. There are many excellent historical references and stories about Texas Indians and the pioneers. Here are a few good examples of books on archeology: Caddo Indians: Where We Come From, by Cecile Elkins Carter; A Field Guide to Stone Artifacts of Texas Indians, by Ellen Sue Turner and Thomas R. Hester; Plains Indians, A.D. 500-1500: The Archaeological Past of Historic Groups, edited by Karl H. Schlesier; and Spanish Expeditions into Texas, 1689-1768, by William C. Foster. Your local library is certain to have many more books on archeology, and don’t forget historical fiction novels. Some of them are well researched and can provide insightful details about the lives of early Texans.