In and Out of the Old Missions of California

In and Out of the Old Missions of California is a book written by George Wharton James that explores the history and architecture of the old Spanish missions in California. James takes readers on a journey through the state, visiting each of the 21 missions founded by the Spanish in the 18th and 19th centuries. Along the way, he provides detailed descriptions of the buildings, artwork, and artifacts found at each mission, as well as the history of the people who built and lived in them. James also includes personal anecdotes and observations from his travels, giving readers a glimpse into what life was like in California during this time period. Overall, In and Out of the Old Missions of California is a fascinating look at the state's rich cultural heritage and a must-read for anyone interested in California history, architecture, or art.1912. A historical and pictorial account of the Franciscan Missions, with 142 illustrations from photographs. This work is the culmination of nearly twenty-five years of the author making pilgrimages to the Old Missions. He venerated them and with his own camera delved into every nook and cranny. Thousands of photographs and mental images were the result of these journeys. In this volume, he shares some of them for others to enjoy.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.