Publisher's Synopsis
Francisco Palou's ""Life and Apostolic Labors of the Venerable Father Junipero Serra, Founder of the Franciscan Missions of California"" is a historical account of the life and work of Father Junipero Serra, a Spanish Franciscan friar who founded nine missions in California in the late 18th century. The book was originally published in Spanish in 1787, and this English translation was first published in 1913. Palou, who was a close friend and disciple of Serra, provides a detailed biography of the friar's life, from his early years in Spain to his missionary work in Mexico and California. The book also includes descriptions of the founding and development of each of the missions, as well as Serra's efforts to convert the indigenous peoples of California to Christianity. Palou's account is notable for its sympathetic portrayal of Serra, who has been both praised and criticized for his role in the colonization of California. The book also provides valuable insights into the history of California and the Franciscan order during the late 18th century. Overall, ""Life and Apostolic Labors of the Venerable Father Junipero Serra"" is an important historical document that sheds light on the life and work of one of California's most significant figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original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.
