
Part of the First Book series
Explore Spain's 16th-century mission legacy in California.
Journey back to the 16th century as Spain embarks on a mission to colonize and spread Christianity, establishing twenty-two enduring missions from San Diego to San Francisco. Discover the historical impact and cultural legacy of these missions, which continue to stand as a testament to a pivotal era in California's history. What stories do these ancient walls hold, and how did they shape the land and its people?
This highly praised series of books has been in print since the 1950s (launched originally by Franklin Watts himself). Today’s First Books provide engaging, in-depth introductions to subjects in all areas of the middle-grade curriculum, including science, social studies, and the arts.Illustrated with color and historical photography and art, each First Book is chaptered, includes an index, a “For Further Reading” list and, where appropriate, a glossary and original maps.
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