This book contains 31 legends ranging from lost fortunes of Native Americans, French pirates, Spanish explorers, and Mexican soldiers to the early exploits of German and Scotch-Irish settlers. These unique tales from the people of the Lone Star State highlight their adventures and struggles in search of lost mines and forgotten treasures.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The Trans-Pecos desert -- The Panhandle -- North Texas -- Central Texas -- South Texas Brush country -- The gulf coast -- East Texas Piney Woods.