The Old Franciscan Missions Of California by George Wharton James
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"The Old Franciscan Missions of California" by George Wharton James is a historical account written during the early 20th century. The book delves into the rich tapestry of California's early missions, highlighting the lives and work of the Franciscan missionaries, particularly focused on the significant contributions of figures like Padre Junipero Serra. Through this exploration, James aims to shed light on the spiritual and cultural interactions between the missionaries and the indigenous
peoples of California. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for discussing the historical context of the missions, emphasizing the misperception that California's missions were the only early establishments of their kind in the region. James begins by recounting the broader history of Spanish exploration and the founding of missions in other territories, particularly in Mexico. He details the transition from Jesuit to Franciscan control over the missions in Lower California before explaining the significant mission-building efforts in Alta California. The narrative provides insights into the motivations driving the missionaries and highlights the challenges they faced, as well as their dedication to the spiritual guidance and education of the native population. Overall, this section engages readers with a deep sense of historical inquiry and a reverence for the past endeavors of the Franciscan fathers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | James, George Wharton, 1858-1923 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Old Franciscan Missions Of California |
| Credits |
Produced by Charlie Kirschner and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | Spanish mission buildings -- California |
| Subject | Franciscans -- California |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 13854 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-13854-1 |
| Release Date | Oct 25, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1062 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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