The Last of the Conquistadors: Junipero Serra (1713-1784).
Harcourt, Brace and Company, 1956. First edition. Hardcover. First edition, near fine orange cloth hardcover shows a tiny spot stain at top page edges, mild bumping to a couple of corners and some other mild trace wear, in very good dust jacket (price at flap) that shows rubbing, soil mainly to rear panel and edgewear that includes closed tears and couple of tiny open chips. 368 pages with index, black & whites and endpaper maps. Still a pleasing look at the missionary priest that "..combines the excitement of adventure and exploration with the inspiration of a devoted and heroic life." Translated from French by Hatharine Woods. Near Fine in Very Good DJ. Item #29462
Price: $15.00