Life Of Padre Junipero Serra

The Life of Padre Junipero Serra is a biographical account of the life and work of the Spanish Franciscan friar, Junipero Serra, written by his fellow friar and close friend, Francis Palou. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of Serra's life, from his birth in Mallorca, Spain in 1713, to his arrival in Mexico in 1749, and his subsequent work as a missionary in California.Palou's account of Serra's life is both informative and engaging, providing readers with a wealth of information about Serra's religious beliefs, his missionary work, and his interactions with the indigenous people of California. The book also includes numerous letters and writings from Serra himself, offering readers a unique insight into his thoughts and motivations.Overall, The Life of Padre Junipero Serra is an important historical document that sheds light on the life and work of one of the most influential figures in the history of California. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Spanish missions in California, as well as for those interested in the history of the Catholic Church in the Americas.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: Francis Palou
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.34d
ISBN: 9781162977140

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