San Antonio Missions

San Antonio Missions
Author: Luis Torres
Publisher: Western National Parks Association
Total Pages: 52
Release: 1993
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781877856174

Describes the history of the Spanish missions in the San Antonio, Texas, area, now preserved as the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park.

Voices from the San Antonio Missions

Voices from the San Antonio Missions
Author: Luis Torres
Publisher: Texas Tech University Press
Total Pages: 332
Release: 1997
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780896723788

Provides interviews with members of the San Antonio community who are involved in building, using, and preserving four historic Spanish colonial missions.

Mission San Antonio de Padua

Mission San Antonio de Padua
Author: Kim Serafin
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 68
Release: 2003-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780823958917

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.

The Centennial

The Centennial
Author: David Kroese
Publisher: Wheatmark, Inc.
Total Pages: 712
Release: 2019-01-17
Genre: History
ISBN: 1627876588

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.

Discovering Mission San Antonio de Padua

Discovering Mission San Antonio de Padua
Author: Zachary Anderson
Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2014-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1627130829

Learn about the rich history of Mission San Antonio de Padua: how it started, the people who ran it, the indigenous population, and its legacy today.

San Antonio: City of Missions

San Antonio: City of Missions
Author: Claude B. Aniol
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2023-10-28
Genre: History
ISBN:

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.

Blessed with Tourists

Blessed with Tourists
Author: Thomas S. Bremer
Publisher: Univ of North Carolina Press
Total Pages: 222
Release: 2006-03-08
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0807876550

More than a million tourists visit religious landmarks in San Antonio, Texas, each year, observing and sometimes participating in religious activities there. The San Antonio Missions National Historical Park--managed by the National Park Service, in cooperation with the Catholic Church--is one of hundreds of religious places in America and around the world where tourists have become a familiar presence. In Blessed with Tourists, Thomas S. Bremer explores the intersection of tourism and commerce with religion in American, using the missions and other San Antonio sites as prime examples. Bremer recounts the history of San Antonio, from its Native American roots to its development as a religious center with the growth of the Spanish colonial missions, to the modern transformation of San Antonio into a tourist destination. Employing both ethnographic and historical approaches, Bremer examines the concepts of place, identity, aesthetics, and commercialization, demonstrating numerous ways that modern market forces affect religious communities. By identifying important connections between religious and touristic practices, Bremer establishes San Antonio as a distinctive source for anyone seeking to understand the interplay between the religious and the secular, the traditional and the modern.