Harper's Round Table, August 11, 1896

"Harper's Round Table, August 11, 1896" by Various is a collection of stories and articles designed for young readers of the time. It shares tales of courage, history, and culture, highlighting American values. The book kicks off with a chat between Bryce Gordon and his Uncle Frank, a Captain, where they talk about brave deeds from the past. Bryce is curious about American heroes like the ones from old Greek stories. To answer, his uncle tells him about the Battle of the Alamo, where a few brave Texans stood strong against a much bigger army. This story sets the stage for a volume that aims to teach and entertain, showing young people what it means to be brave and patriotic through exciting stories and interesting facts.