Mission Nuestra Senora De La Soledad

By Zephyrin Engelhardt

"Mission Nuestra Senora De La Soledad" offers a comprehensive historical account of one of California's most secluded Franciscan missions. Written by the renowned historian Father Zephyrin Engelhardt, this work provides a meticulous chronicle of the mission's founding in 1791, its subsequent growth, and its eventual decline into ruins. The narrative explores the daily lives of the missionaries and the indigenous populations, the architectural development of the site, and the unique challenges faced by the mission due to its remote location and harsh environmental conditions.

As part of Engelhardt's authoritative series on the California missions, this volume draws upon primary archival sources and ecclesiastical records to present an authentic view of the religious and social structures of the Spanish colonial period. Readers will find detailed accounts regarding agricultural efforts, livestock management, and the spiritual mission that defined the Soledad settlement. This scholarly yet accessible study remains a vital resource for understanding the regional history of Monterey County and the broader cultural impact of the mission system on the development of the American West.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025846176
• ISBN13: 9781025846170
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 358 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 0.7" x 6.1"