1886 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Its Valleys, Hills & Streams ANTIQUE Americana

The Famous Missions of California By William H. Hudson Illustrated Original decorative binding with dust jacket Very good condition of the book, damaged dust jacket Size 5 1/4 by 7. 5" Text in English a historical account, first published in 1901, detailing the Spanish mission system in California, focusing on their founding, the role of Father Junípero Serra, their impact on Native Americans, and their eventual decline. The book covers the religious and colonial motivations, the hardships of the missionaries, and the cultural transformation of the region, offering a comprehensive look at this significant era in American history.