San Antonio Uncovered [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Mark Rybczyk (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 8, 2000

It has been said that every Texan has two hometowns: his own and San Antonio. Its charm, colorful surroundings, and diverse cultures combine to make the Alamo City one of the most interesting places in Texas and the nation. Few writers have captured the essence of that vibrant city as does Mark Louis Rybczyk in this collection of stories, history, and fascinating facts. Mark examines some of San Antonio’s legends and ghost stories, takes a nostalgic look at landmarks that have disappeared, introduces some of the city’s characters and unusual features, debunks a few local myths, and corrects some misconceptions. This is a unique book about a special city. If you’ve never been to San Antonio, this book will make you want to go; if you’ve been to the city many times, this book will make you want to go back again.

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About the Author

Better known to fans as “Hawkeye,” author Mark Louis Rybczyk has entertained thousands of radio listeners on KJ 97 in San Antonio and is currently a member of “The Dorsey Gang” mornings on KSCS in Dallas/Fort Worth.

Product Details

• Paperback: 300 pages
• Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing; 2nd edition (August 8, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556228325
• ISBN-13: 978-1556228322
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,682,206 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Historical Caulking, July 29, 2001

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John Troesser, Editor, www.texasescapes.com (Texas, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: San Antonio Uncovered (Paperback)

Author Mark Rybczyk describes his book as "historical caulking". This detailed book is at once a tourist's friend and a native's reference. Rybczyk says it was written for the curious native (whatever that is) and secondly for the newly arrived who may wonder "What's so special about San Antonio?" Notice who it was written for first.

Every landmark, legend and myth of San Antonio is here - from the ugliest statue to the histories of the railroad stations. It's a smorgasbord of overlooked and under-appreciated jewels from all over the city. The obligatory shrines and sites are here too - every one of them. Throughout the book's pages Mark employs the rarest type of humor - humor with genuine affection.

Mark corrects the old saw that said San Antonio is "a small town wanting to be a big city." It is, as he says, "A big town that desperately wants to be a small town." With this book as your guide, it's almost as though San Antonio gets its wish.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for anyone who grew up in San Antonio., July 6, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: San Antonio Uncovered (Uncovered Series City Guides) (Paperback)

If you grew up in San Antonio you will love San Antonio Uncovered. It captures and documents Alamo City folklore, legends, history and talltales unlike any other book I've ever read