Life In California During A Residence Of Several Years In That Territory: Comprising A Description Of The Country And The Missionary Establishments, W - Hardcover

Life In California During A Residence Of Several Years In That Territory: Comprising A Description Of The Country And The Missionary Establishments, With Incidents, Observations, Etc. (1891) is a book written by Alfred Robinson that provides a detailed account of life in California during the mid-19th century. The book is a compilation of the author's personal experiences and observations during his several years of residence in the territory.The book begins with a brief history of California and its discovery by the Spanish, followed by a description of the country's geography, climate, and natural resources. Robinson then goes on to describe the various missionary establishments that were set up in California by the Spanish, including their architecture, daily life, and impact on the local population.The author also provides an account of his own experiences living in California, including his encounters with the native population, the challenges of frontier life, and the social and political climate of the time. The book is filled with detailed descriptions of the landscape, flora and fauna, and the daily life of the people who lived in California during this period.Overall, Life In California During A Residence Of Several Years In That Territory: Comprising A Description Of The Country And The Missionary Establishments, With Incidents, Observations, Etc. (1891) is a fascinating and informative account of life in California during the mid-19th century, and provides a unique perspective on the history and culture of the region.With An Appendix, Bringing Forward The Narrative From 1846, To The Occupation Of The Country By The United States.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.