The Famous Missions of California by William Henry Hudson

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Author Hudson, William Henry, 1862-1918
Title The Famous Missions of California
Note Reading ease score: 47.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Schwan, and David Widger
Summary "The Famous Missions of California" by William Henry Hudson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the establishment and development of the Spanish missions in California, focusing particularly on the life and work of Father Junipero Serra. Within its pages, readers find a detailed exploration of the dual religious and colonial motivations behind the mission system, illustrating its significant impact on the native populations and the broader history of California. In the book, Hudson emphasizes the pivotal role of Father Junipero Serra, detailing his fervent dedication to spreading Christianity among the indigenous peoples and his efforts to build missions across California from San Diego to San Francisco. The narrative recounts the hardships faced by Serra and his companions, including harsh travel conditions, illness, and hostile encounters with local tribes. It also discusses the establishment of various missions, touching on their architectural features, community life, and the eventual decline of the mission system as secular authorities began to assert control. Hudson presents a balanced view of the missions, recognizing both their cultural influence and the challenges they posed to the native populations, ultimately reflecting on the profound legacy of the mission era in California's history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States
Subject Spanish mission buildings -- California
Subject Missions -- California -- History
Subject Missions, Spanish -- California -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 5211
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 25, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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