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LoC No.: 21000108
Title: The Bride of Mission San José: A Tale of Early California
Note: Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "The Bride of Mission San José: A Tale of Early California" by John Augustine Cull is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in Alta California during a time of political tension and drought, following the lives of characters such as Señor Mendoza, the administrator of Mission San José, and his daughter, Doña Carmelita. The story dives into themes of love, duty, and the conflicts arising from changing political landscapes. At the start of the tale, a serenade under a moonlit sky introduces Captain Morando, who aims to win the affections of the spirited Carmelita Mendoza. Their playful exchange hints at the blossoming romance in a backdrop of political and social challenges. Senior Mendoza holds important discussions about the severe drought impacting the region, showcasing his strong leadership as he gathers fellow landowners to devise strategies for their cattle and the impending troubles from renegade Indians. The opening sets a vivid stage rich in character dynamics, cultural nuances, and historical context, suggesting a tale filled with intrigue and emotional depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Cull, John Augustine
EBook No.: 56355
Published: Jan 10, 2018
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: California -- History -- To 1846 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 21000108
Title: The Bride of Mission San José: A Tale of Early California
Note: Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "The Bride of Mission San José: A Tale of Early California" by John Augustine Cull is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in Alta California during a time of political tension and drought, following the lives of characters such as Señor Mendoza, the administrator of Mission San José, and his daughter, Doña Carmelita. The story dives into themes of love, duty, and the conflicts arising from changing political landscapes. At the start of the tale, a serenade under a moonlit sky introduces Captain Morando, who aims to win the affections of the spirited Carmelita Mendoza. Their playful exchange hints at the blossoming romance in a backdrop of political and social challenges. Senior Mendoza holds important discussions about the severe drought impacting the region, showcasing his strong leadership as he gathers fellow landowners to devise strategies for their cattle and the impending troubles from renegade Indians. The opening sets a vivid stage rich in character dynamics, cultural nuances, and historical context, suggesting a tale filled with intrigue and emotional depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Cull, John Augustine
EBook No.: 56355
Published: Jan 10, 2018
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: California -- History -- To 1846 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.