9780282218966 - Junipero Serra: The Man and His Work (Classic Reprint) de Fitch, A. H. (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book gives an insightful look at Junipero Serra's fascinating life, from his humble beginnings on the island of Majorca to his profound impact on California's history. Born into a peasant family, Serra's path to the priesthood was set early on, but it was his deep-seated desire to convert the heathen that led him to join the Franciscans and embark on a perilous journey to the New World. The author meticulously traces Serra's footsteps, from his arrival in Mexico City to his arduous work in the Sierra Gorda missions. Serra's unwavering faith and resilience are evident throughout the narrative, as he tirelessly learned indigenous languages, established missions, and faced adversity with determination. Beyond his missionary work, the book sheds light on Serra's role as a spiritual leader, his impact on the political landscape of California, and the lasting legacy of his efforts to spread Christianity and establish Spanish presence on the Pacific coast. 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.