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Post by alamojohnuk on May 17, 2007 8:52:07 GMT -5
I have only been connected to the "net" for about 18 months now, and in that time have spent many enjoyable hours pouring over many thousands of pages of information of my favourite subject the Alamo, many people have provided me with new and enlightening aspects on every angle of this fascinating subject, but one person stands out amongst everyone else, for his sheer passion, and knowledge of all things Alamo, Mr Ned Huthmaker, take a bow Sir.
From his vast collection of photographs (which must run into thousands) of the original mission plans, to his shots of the Waynamo down the years (like the ones taken in the early '70s when it was " a fortress all in ruins that the weeds have overgrown") to his historical know how of the place, I don't think any one individual has given us more to chew on and digest than he has? his contribution to the various Alamo boards has been invaluable and without parallel over the years, for these reasons I would like to suggest to Ned, have you ever thought of sitting down and writing the ultimate "Alamo Guide" it could contain all things the average Alamo buff needs to know re: the history, the films, the folklore, the tourist side of things, etc.
I know it would be a huge task to undertake but I feel it would be the answer to a lot of peoples dreams to have such a package of information all in one volume, and I for one can think of nobody better equipped to put such a work together.
On behalf of everybody who has benefited from Nef's contributions down the years, a heartfelt thank you sir, and please give it some thought.
Best regards
John.
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Post by Greg C. on May 17, 2007 13:58:45 GMT -5
I suggested that once before becuase like you said, "It would be the ultimate Alamo Resource Guide". If he does write it, I hope he'll let me help...
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Post by seguin on May 17, 2007 18:15:14 GMT -5
I quite agree with alamojohnuk! I´ve only been here a short while but I quickly realized from Ned´s postings that he´s a very knowledgeable fellow. I don´t think many people can top his knowledge on the Alamo. And yes, he should write a book on the Alamo so his knowledge could be preserved. It could very well become THE Alamo book that everybody would want...
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Post by Greg C. on May 17, 2007 18:53:42 GMT -5
I quite agree with alamojohnuk! I´ve only been here a short while but I quickly realized from Ned´s postings that he´s a very knowledgeable fellow. I don´t think many people can top his knowledge on the Alamo. And yes, he should write a book on the Alamo so his knowledge could be preserved. It could very well become THE Alamo book that everybody would want... He already has wriiten a book about Alamo Joe, titled "One Domingo Morning." Check it out in the book section of this site and read all about it. |
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Post by seguin on May 17, 2007 19:39:56 GMT -5
Yes, I saw that in the book section and that´s just great! But I was thinking more along the lines of a non-fiction book that he could pour all his knowledge about the Alamo into. A kind of Alamo "guide" or "All you ever wanted to know about the Alamo" book. Or maybe a book which deals with aspects other writers have´nt described thoroughly enough...
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Post by Greg C. on May 17, 2007 19:48:53 GMT -5
There may be copyright problems though, especially after John Farkis and Rich Currilla wrote their book on Alamo village.
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Post by seguin on May 17, 2007 19:59:28 GMT -5
There may be copyright problems though, especially after John Farkis and Rich Currilla wrote their book on Alamo village. Really? I thought anyone could write a book about the Alamo as long as you don´t steal or re-write from somebody elses books. You will have to do your own research of course. If I write a book specifically about Crokett in the Alamo, that does´nt mean that another guy could´nt write a book on the same subject - as long as he does´nt "copy" my book. Everybody can research the original Crokett-Alamo documents and write a book about it - I hope! |
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Post by Greg C. on May 17, 2007 20:02:25 GMT -5
There may be copyright problems though, especially after John Farkis and Rich Currilla wrote their book on Alamo village. Really? I thought anyone could write a book about the Alamo as long as you don´t steal or re-write from somebody elses books. You will have to do your own research of course. If I write a book specifically about Crokett in the Alamo, that does´nt mean that another guy could´nt write a book on the same subject - as long as he does´nt "copy" my book. Everybody can research the original Crokett-Alamo documents and write a book about it - I hope! I wrote a book that will be published next year basically just from stuff i heard on documentaries and posts read on this site, not actual research, so i'm not stealing anyone's idea. so you are right. |
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Post by seguin on May 17, 2007 20:16:51 GMT -5
Right! I read about it. That must be very exiting for you! I look forward to hear more about it, what angles you´re going to cover etc. Good luck with the book!!
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Post by neferetus on May 23, 2007 13:26:28 GMT -5
alamojohn and all, thanks for the vote of confidence, but I consider myself an Alamo enthusiast, at best, which isn't such a bad thing unto itself. I will leave the up-to-date, hard-fought Alamo research to the likes of Tom Lindley, Jack Edmondsen, Frank Thompson, Rich Curilla, Bill Chemerka and Bill Groneman, to name but a few. Meanwhile I hope we can all continue to have fun discussing our favorite subject here.
I guess one of the reasons I decided to write a novel, instead of a history is that, while I appreciate the new findings on the Alamo and its heroes, I still cling to the Alamo of myth and of my youth, back in the days when giants still roamed the earth.
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Post by Greg C. on May 23, 2007 13:52:50 GMT -5
alamojohn and all, thanks for the vote of confidence, but I consider myself an Alamo enthusiast, at best, which isn't such a bad thing unto itself. I will leave the up-to-date, hard-fought Alamo research to the likes of Tom Lindley, Jack Edmondsen, Frank Thompson, Rich Curilla, Bill Chemerka and Bill Groneman, to name but a few. Meanwhile I hope we can all continue to have fun discussing our favorite subject here. I guess one of the reasons I decided to write a novel, instead of a history is that, while I appreciate the new findings on the Alamo and its heroes, I still cling to the Alamo of myth and of my youth, back in the days when giants still roamed the earth. Myth is always more interesting in Fact. My book has a lot of myth intertwined with fact. |
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Post by Bromhead24 on May 23, 2007 19:46:21 GMT -5
I have had nothing but a great time here and was very surprized of the outpouring of compassion, and love that was directed at me during this horrible time in my personal life.
You guys have been there for me and i will always consider you family.......
BTW, I'm still screwed up in the head but every day i get thru is another day i got thru.
Thank you all.
Mike
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