Historical Memoirs of New California, Volume 3, written by Francisco Palou, is a comprehensive historical account of the colonization of California by the Spanish. The book covers the period from 1774 to 1784, detailing the establishment of missions, the conversion of Native Americans to Christianity, and the struggles faced by the Spanish colonizers. The author, a Franciscan friar, provides a unique perspective on the events, as he was intimately involved in the missionary efforts. The book also includes descriptions of the geography, flora, and fauna of the region, as well as the customs and traditions of the indigenous peoples. Palou's writing is clear and concise, and his attention to detail makes this book an important resource for anyone interested in the history of California.In Four Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.