Publisher's Synopsis
""Indian Life And Customs At Mission San Luis Rey: A Record Of California Mission Life"" by Tac, Pablo is a historical book that provides a detailed account of the life and customs of the Native American Indians who lived at Mission San Luis Rey in California during the 19th century. The author, Pablo Tac, was a Native American Indian who was born and raised at the mission and later became a Franciscan friar. The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes the daily life of the Indians at the mission, including their work, food, clothing, and housing. It also covers their religious beliefs and practices, as well as their interactions with the Spanish missionaries who ran the mission. The second part of the book is a collection of letters written by Pablo Tac to a friend, in which he reflects on his life at the mission and his experiences as a Franciscan friar.Overall, ""Indian Life And Customs At Mission San Luis Rey"" provides a unique perspective on the history of California missions and the Native American Indians who lived there. It offers valuable insights into the daily life and customs of the Indians, as well as their interactions with the Spanish missionaries who sought to convert them to Christianity. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of California or the Native American Indian experience.The Americas, V9, No. 1, July, 1952.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.
