9780282990213 - Illustrated Historical Sketches of California: Including General References to Its Discovery, Early Missions, Revolutions, and Settlement by the ... and City, and B... (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the establishment and legacy of the California Missions, founded by Jesuit and Franciscan missionaries in the 17th and 18th centuries. The author traces the origins of the missions and the motivations of the missionaries, who sought to spread Catholicism and "civilize" the native population. The book highlights the challenges faced by the missionaries, including conflicts with the indigenous peoples, rivalries between religious orders, and the political and economic interests of the Spanish government. Through an examination of extensive historical records, including the writings of the missionaries themselves and official reports, the author analyzes the impact of the missions on California's history, society, and culture. The book concludes that the missions played a significant role in shaping California's development and left a lasting legacy that can still be seen today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.