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100 1 _aWriters' Program of the Work Projects Administration in the State of Arizona
245 1 0 _aSan Xavier Del Bac, Arizona: A Descriptive and Historical Guide
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2016-09-23
508 _aProduced by Stephen Hutcheson, MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"San Xavier Del Bac, Arizona: A Descriptive and Historical Guide" compiled by workers of the Writers' Program of the Work Projects Administration in the State of Arizona, is a historical account published in the early 1940s. This guide focuses on the architecture and history of the Mission San Xavier del Bac, which is acknowledged as the foremost example of mission architecture in the United States. The book provides insights into the mission's significance and beauty, appealing to both locals and visitors alike. The guide details the compelling history and architecture of the Mission San Xavier del Bac, established by Eusebio Francisco Kino in the late 17th century. It narrates the mission's foundation, construction challenges, and the various influences from both local Indigenous culture and Spanish colonial styles that shaped its design. The book outlines the mission's tumultuous history, including revolts, damage from Apache raids, and restoration efforts over the centuries. It vividly describes the mission's architectural features, such as its striking facade, richly decorated interiors, and the cultural blending that crafted a unique spiritual and artistic landmark in the heart of the Arizona desert. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMission San Xavier del Bac (Tucson, Ariz.)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53127
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