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Padre Ignacio; Or, The Song of Temptation
Paperback
WesternsGeneral FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781022991378
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.13
Height: 0.07 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Owen Wister's Padre Ignacio: Or The Song of Temptation explores the complex history of California's missions and the interactions between priests and Native Americans. Set against the backdrop of the mission era, this historical fiction delves into themes of religious conflict and the challenges faced by those living within this unique environment.
Wister, known for his contributions to Western literature, presents a compelling narrative that examines the tensions and cultural clashes inherent in the mission system. Padre Ignacio offers a glimpse into a pivotal period in California's past, portraying the lives of those caught between two worlds. This meticulously prepared edition ensures the preservation of this enduring story for those interested in the history of the American West, religious themes, and the complexities of cultural exchange. A classic tale of faith and temptation in early California.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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