The Old San Gabriel Mission (1909) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120204899)

The Old San Gabriel Mission is a book written by Eugene Sugranes in 1909. The book provides a comprehensive account of the San Gabriel Mission, which is one of the oldest and most historically significant missions in California. The mission was founded in 1771 by Franciscan friars and served as a center for religious, cultural, and agricultural activities for the native people of the region.The book covers the history of the San Gabriel Mission from its founding to the early 20th century. It describes the architecture, art, and artifacts of the mission, as well as the daily life of the friars and the native people who lived and worked there. The book also includes detailed accounts of the mission's role in the early history of California, including its involvement in the Mexican-American War and the California Gold Rush.The Old San Gabriel Mission is an important historical document that provides a unique perspective on the history and culture of California. It is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the rich history of the San Gabriel Valley and the state of California.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: Eugene Sugranes
ISBN-10: 1120204895
ISBN-13: 9781120204899
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/24/2009
Pages: 106
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.34lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.22d