The Story Of The Old Missions Of California

The Story Of The Old Missions Of California: Their Establishment, Progress, And Decay (1893) is a historical account of the Spanish missions in California. Written by Laura Bride Powers, the book provides a detailed description of the establishment, growth, and eventual decline of the missions in California during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author covers the history of each mission, including its founding, the challenges faced by the missionaries, the interactions between the Spanish and the native peoples, and the eventual decline of the missions due to political and social changes. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of California, the Spanish colonial period, or the history of the Catholic Church in North America. Powers' writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, The Story Of The Old Missions Of California is a fascinating and well-researched account of an important 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.