The Gabriel Moraga Expedition Of 1806: The Diary Of Fray Pedro Munoz (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163178911)

The Gabriel Moraga Expedition of 1806: The Diary of Fray Pedro Munoz is a historical account of the exploration of California by a Spanish expedition led by Gabriel Moraga in 1806. The book is written by Fray Pedro Munoz, a member of the expedition who kept a detailed diary of their journey. Munoz's diary provides a unique perspective on the expedition, as he was not only a participant but also a religious figure who documented the spiritual and cultural aspects of the journey. The book includes Munoz's diary entries, as well as historical context and commentary from the editors. It covers the expedition's encounters with Native American tribes, their struggles with the harsh California landscape, and their efforts to establish a Spanish presence in the region. The Gabriel Moraga Expedition of 1806: The Diary of Fray Pedro Munoz is a valuable resource for anyone interested in California history, Spanish colonialism, or the intersection of religion and exploration.This Article Is Contained In The Volume IX, Number 3, May 1946 Issue Of The Huntington Library Quarterly: A Journal For The History And Interpretation Of English And American History. Contents Also Include: English Metrical Psalms In The Sixteenth Century And Their Literary Significance, Hallett Smith; Dryden's Georgics And English Predecessors, Helene Maxwell Hooker; And More.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.

Author: Pedro Munoz
ISBN-10: 1163178918
ISBN-13: 9781163178911
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 112
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d