Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines a little-known experiment in political organization: the Jesuit Reductions of Paraguay. These indigenous communities, led by Jesuit missionaries, flourished in South America from the 17th to 18th centuries and provide a unique lens through which to examine questions of social organization, political power, and religious influence. The author traces the history of the Reductions from their humble origins to their ultimate demise, exploring the complex relationship between the Jesuits, the Spanish crown, and the indigenous population. The book also sheds light on the cultural and social life within the Reductions, examining how the Jesuits sought to create a utopian society based on Christian principles and communal living. Ultimately, this book offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of the history of colonialism and the complexities of indigenous resistance and accommodation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780243348947_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243348947
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243348947
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