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Author: Luis Torres Publisher: Western National Parks Association ISBN: 9781877856174 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 52
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Describes the history of the Spanish missions in the San Antonio, Texas, area, now preserved as the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park.
Author: Luis Torres Publisher: Western National Parks Association ISBN: 9781877856174 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 52
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Describes the history of the Spanish missions in the San Antonio, Texas, area, now preserved as the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park.
Author: Lewis F. Fisher Publisher: Maverick Books ISBN: 9781893271524 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 0
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Since their construction in the eighteenth century, San Antonio's Spanish missions have held a fascination for visitors and residents alike. This elegant coffee-table volume displays more than one hundred color photographs by architectural photographer Mike Osborne. It provides a distinctive contemporary portrait of the five mission complexes, now partly restored, partly still in ruins. One, better known as the Alamo, is a memorial to its defenders in 1836. The four others comprise San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. Each section includes a rare nineteenth-century image, several previously unpublished.
Author: Kim Serafin Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc ISBN: 9780823958917 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 68
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The story of the missions is a compelling human drama that is a vital piece not only of California history, but also of American history. Indeed, many keys to California's past lie in the stories of the 20 missions that stretch along the state's west coast from San Diego to San Francisco. This vital series is compatible with the mission-based curriculum used in fourth-grade California classrooms. It resonates equally with all social studies programs that explore the defunct notion of colonialism and its controversial role in the history of the United States, and with curricula that seek to explore the interaction of different cultures and the rights and voices of indigenous peoples.
Author: Lewis F. Fisher Publisher: Maverick Books ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 120
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Presents a collection of over one hundred thirty archival and newer photographs and illustrations describing five Spanish missions of San Antonio, and includes archeological data and discoveries.
Author: David Kroese Publisher: Wheatmark, Inc. ISBN: 1627876588 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 765
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Sparked by the opportunity to explore his personal passions, David Kroese turns away from a rewarding yet languishing career and begins the adventure of a lifetime. What happens next evolves into a tour of all four hundred-plus units in America's National Park System -- a perfect way to celebrate the 2016 National Park Service centennial. The Centennial: A Journey Through America's National Park System details David's compelling centennial explorations to 387 parks in 360 days. The story continues through December 2017, when he becomes one of fewer than fifty people known to have visited all 417 national parks. His personal expedition is a poignant exploration into quintessential America as told through its historical and natural wonders. Delve into diverse locations from Hawaii to the Rockies, New England to the Caribbean, Charleston to the California desert, Alaska to American Samoa. Join David and experience the inherent marvels within America's unique landscape and fascinating history, revealed in engaging context, poetic descriptions, and heartfelt appreciation. The Centennial: A Journey Through America's National Park System is an odyssey of self discovery and fulfillment through the nation's soul.
Author: Lewis F. Fisher Publisher: Trinity University Press ISBN: 159534781X Category : History Languages : en Pages : 508
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Few American cities enjoy the likes of San Antonio's visual links with its dramatic past. The Alamo and four other Spanish missions, recently marked as a UNESCO World Heritage site, are the most obvious but there are a host of landmarks and folkways that have survived over the course of nearly three centuries that still lend San Antonio an "odd and antiquated foreignness." Adding to the charm of the nation's seventh largest city is the San Antonio River, saved to become a winding linear park through the heart of downtown and beyond and a world model for sensitive urban development. San Antonio's heritage has not been preserved by accident. The wrecking balls and headlong development that accompanied progress in nineteenth-century San Antonio roused an indigenous historic preservation movement—the first west of the Mississippi River to become effective. Its thrust has increased since the mid-1920s with the pioneering work of the San Antonio Conservation Society. In Saving San Antonio, Texas historian Lewis Fisher peels back the myths surrounding more than a century of preservation triumphs and failures to reveal a lively mosaic that portrays the saving of San Antonio's cultural and architectural soul. The process, entertaining in the telling, has reverberated throughout the United States and provided significant lessons for the built environments and economies of cities everywhere.
Author: Claude B. Aniol Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 84
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Claude B. Aniol's 'San Antonio: City of Missions' delves into the historical and cultural significance of the iconic city of San Antonio, Texas, focusing particularly on the renowned Spanish missions that dot the landscape. Aniol's writing style is both engaging and informative, blending historical facts with literary flair to portray the rich tapestry of San Antonio's past. The book provides a comprehensive look at the missions' architecture, religious significance, and their impact on the local community, making it a valuable resource for history enthusiasts and tourists alike. Claude B. Aniol, a renowned historian and architecture expert, brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to 'San Antonio: City of Missions.' His deep-rooted connection to the city and its historical landmarks shines through in his meticulous research and insightful analysis. Aniol's expertise in Spanish colonial history and architecture lends credibility to the book, making it a must-read for those interested in understanding the cultural legacy of San Antonio. I highly recommend 'San Antonio: City of Missions' to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the historical roots of San Antonio and the enduring legacy of its missions. Aniol's captivating narrative and scholarly approach make this book a valuable addition to any history buff's collection.
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