The Franciscans In California (1897) - Zephyrin Engelhardt - Bog

The Franciscans in California is a historical book written by Zephyrin Engelhardt in 1897. The book is a detailed account of the Franciscan missions in California, from their establishment in the late 18th century to their decline in the mid-19th century. Engelhardt provides a comprehensive overview of the Franciscan order's efforts to convert the indigenous population of California to Christianity, and their role in shaping the state's early history. The book covers the establishment of the first mission in San Diego in 1769, and the subsequent founding of 20 more missions throughout the state. Engelhardt describes the daily life of the Franciscan friars and their interactions with the Native Americans, including their efforts to teach them agriculture, animal husbandry, and other skills. The book also covers the challenges faced by the Franciscans, including disease, drought, and conflicts with the Spanish government. The Franciscans in California is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of California and the role of the Franciscan order in shaping the state's early development. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed and informative account of this fascinating period in California's history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.