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Book DeGrazia and Padre Kino

Download or read book DeGrazia and Padre Kino written by De Grazia and published by . This book was released on 1909 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book De Grazia

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  • Author : James W. Johnson
  • Publisher : University of Arizona Press
  • Release : 2014-02-27
  • ISBN : 0816598940
  • Pages : 288 pages

Download or read book De Grazia written by James W. Johnson and published by University of Arizona Press. This book was released on 2014-02-27 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Artist Ted De Grazia (1909–1982) lived life with passion and verve, embracing risk and romance, becoming a legend in Arizona, and gaining international acclaim. De Grazia: The Man and the Myths is a biography that reveals the eccentric, colorful man behind the myths. Born in Arizona Territory to Italian immigrant parents, De Grazia had a humble childhood as a copper miner’s son, which later influenced his famous persona. De Grazia often held forth at his gallery in Tucson’s Catalina foothills dressed in a pseudo-prospector’s getup of scraggly beard, jeans, flannel shirt, boots, and beat-up cowboy hat. Outrageous stories of womanizing, scores of children, and drinking binges created an eclectic image that fueled stories of mythic proportions, along with global sales of his colorful paintings inspired by the Southwest and Mexico. He made millions through his paintings and the licensing of his art for greeting cards and trinkets. Critics called his work kitsch or commercial, yet thousands of admirers continue to love it. Calling De Grazia a complicated man doesn’t begin to explain him. He once described himself as “not saint nor devil, but both.” In this first comprehensive biography of De Grazia, authors James W. Johnson with Marilyn D. Johnson tell the story of a life remarkably lived.

Book Rim of Christendom

Download or read book Rim of Christendom written by Herbert Eugene Bolton and published by University of Arizona Press. This book was released on 2015-11-01 with total page 715 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This re-issued biography recounts [Kino's] work with loving detail and with an accuracy that has survived slight amendments. Its accompanying plates, maps, and bibliography enhance a text that should find a place in every serious library."—Religious Studies Review "This is truly an epic work, an absolute standard for any Southwestern collection."—Book Talk Select maps from the 1984 edition of Rim of Christendom are now available online through the UA Campus Repository.

Book Saints Santos Shrines

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  • Author : John Annerino
  • Publisher : Gibbs Smith
  • Release : 2013-07-09
  • ISBN : 1423631412
  • Pages : 236 pages

Download or read book Saints Santos Shrines written by John Annerino and published by Gibbs Smith. This book was released on 2013-07-09 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wooden sculptures and relief paintings of saints such as St. Francis, the Blessed Virgin, and Apostles of Christ have for centuries been objects of devotion and worship in the Southwest Catholic culture. This centuries-old heritage is celebrated here through photographs, essay, and literary quotes that beautifully bring the devotion into focus. Crafting saints has always been seen as a high calling. These santeros and santeras (saint makers) created santos—images of saints, Christ, the Trinity, and Holy Family—painting them on wooden panels called retablos. They carved and painted wooden sculptures called bultos. And if they built a home chapel, they carved and painted an altar screen, or altar retablo, called a reredos, that was made up of smaller retablos and sometimes adorned with bultos. John Annerino is the author and photographer of seventeen distinguished photography books and thirty-two single-artist calendars, including The Virgin of Guadalupe (Gibbs Smith), Ancient America, New Mexico Wild & Scenic, Arizona Wild & Scenic, and the awardwinning books Desert Light, Indian Country, Grand Canyon Wild, Canyons of the Southwest, The Wild Country of Mexico, and Roughstock: The Toughest Events in Rodeo (acclaimed by the Rodeo Hall of Fame). He lives in Tucson.

Book De Grazia and His Mountain  the Superstition

Download or read book De Grazia and His Mountain the Superstition written by De Grazia and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After years of exploring, researching myths and gold legends of this intriguing mountain, De Grazia brings all the fascination together in this book.

Book De Grazia

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  • Author : De Grazia
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1973
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 160 pages

Download or read book De Grazia written by De Grazia and published by . This book was released on 1973 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Explorer s Guide Tucson  A Great Destination

Download or read book Explorer s Guide Tucson A Great Destination written by Kim Westerman and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2011-09-09 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide to Tucson and surrounding areas with hundreds of lodging, dining, and recreational recommendations. Explore the friendly, laid-back, border city of Tucson with this comprehensive addition to the Great Destinations series. This place of red deserts, awe-inspiring mountains, and cactus forests is also replete with history: Tucson was originally settled by ancient Native American peoples, Spanish explorers, and Anglo frontiersmen, and their legacy is clearly evident. While the Tucson area holds special appeal for naturalists, hikers, and birdwatchers, there are countless outdoor recreation options available—everything from ballooning to trail riding on horseback—and myriad indoor options like museums and galleries, music and dance performances, too. Tucson’s world-class resorts and spas, along with its top-rated golf courses, make it one of the best relaxation destinations in the country. And there’s no better Sonoran food north of the Mexican border than here in the Old Pueblo. Tucson offers something for everyone. Detailed maps and the author’s selective recommendations make this book a must-have for travelers and residents alike.

Book The Seri Indians

Download or read book The Seri Indians written by De Grazia and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Missions Begin with Blood

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  • Author : Brandon Bayne
  • Publisher : Fordham University Press
  • Release : 2021-10-26
  • ISBN : 0823294218
  • Pages : 187 pages

Download or read book Missions Begin with Blood written by Brandon Bayne and published by Fordham University Press. This book was released on 2021-10-26 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner, 2022 Frank S. and Elizabeth D. Brewer Prize While the idea that successful missions needed Indigenous revolts and missionary deaths seems counterintuitive, this book illustrates how it became a central logic of frontier colonization in Spanish North America. Missions Begin with Blood argues that martyrdom acted as a ceremony of possession that helped Jesuits understand violence, disease, and death as ways that God inevitably worked to advance Christendom. Whether petitioning superiors for support, preparing to extirpate Native “idolatries,” or protecting their conversions from critics, Jesuits found power in their persecution and victory in their victimization. This book correlates these tales of sacrifice to deep genealogies of redemptive death in Catholic discourse and explains how martyrological idioms worked to rationalize early modern colonialism. Specifically, missionaries invoked an agricultural metaphor that reconfigured suffering into seed that, when watered by sweat and blood, would one day bring a rich harvest of Indigenous Christianity.

Book Tucson

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  • Author : Jane Eppinga
  • Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
  • Release : 2015-08-24
  • ISBN : 1439652910
  • Pages : 96 pages

Download or read book Tucson written by Jane Eppinga and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2015-08-24 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After World War II, Tucson experienced burgeoning growth. People were drawn here by the mild winters. By 1950, Tucson's population reached 120,000, and it doubled to 220,000 by 1960. In 1952, the world-famous Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum was founded. Four years later, the Tucson Air National Guard Base was activated. During the 1960s, the Old Tucson Studios theme park, El Con Mall, the Tucson International Airport, the University of Arizona College of Medicine, Reid Park Zoo, and Pima Community College were established. In the 1970s, the Tucson Community Center and the Pima Air & Space Museum were established. Around 1984, Channel 12 began broadcasting. In the 1990s, Biosphere II was built, and in 2005, the Jewish History Museum and the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum were dedicated. Tucson has stood the test of time, surviving the difficult periods and thriving during the good times.

Book The World of De Grazia  an Artist of the American Southwest

Download or read book The World of De Grazia an Artist of the American Southwest written by Harry Redl and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Moon Tucson

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  • Author : Tim Hull
  • Publisher : Moon Travel
  • Release : 2018-05-29
  • ISBN : 1640497463
  • Pages : 235 pages

Download or read book Moon Tucson written by Tim Hull and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2018-05-29 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience the distinct flavor of a thriving desert enclave with Old West roots and an artsy spirit. Inside Moon Tucson you'll find: The top sights and unique experiences: Visit remnants of ancient cultures or browse galleries of Pueblo art. Tour Mission San Xavier del Bac, stroll through Tucson's El Presidio Historic District, and see artifacts from the Old West in a ghost town Get a taste of the city: Eat traditional chiles rellenos and fresh handmade tortillas or try a Sonoran hot dog with all the fixings. Dance to live music and check out the street vendors at downtown's Second Saturdays, sip habanero-infused vodka, and stargaze at an astronomy bar Ideas for recreation like hiking, biking, or horseback riding among the saguaro cacti, or stopping at a resort for a round of golf or a spa day Local insight from Tucson resident Tim Hull Extensive coverage of the Santa Cruz Valley, the Border Region, and Southeastern Arizona: Go deep into Kartchner Caverns, hike the Huachuca Mountains, or kick back at a historic saloon in Tombstone Honest advice on when to go, where to stay, how to get there, and how to get around Maps and Tools like background information on the landscape, history, culture, plus full-color photos and easy-to-read maps With Moon Tucson's practical tips and local know-how, you can experience the best of this Southwest destination. Exploring the area? Try Moon Arizona & the Grand Canyon or Moon Santa Fe, Taos & Albuquerque. Hitting the road? Try Moon Southwest Road Trip.

Book De Grazia  the Irreverent Angel

Download or read book De Grazia the Irreverent Angel written by William Reed and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a wide selection of the Arizona artist's work, including paintings, jewelry, bronzes, etchings, and more, accompanied by a biographical portrait and a retrospective of his art.

Book Moon Arizona   the Grand Canyon

Download or read book Moon Arizona the Grand Canyon written by Tim Hull and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2018-06-12 with total page 777 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore Arizona's vast open spaces, dreamy canyons, and colorful culture with Moon Arizona & the Grand Canyon. Inside you'll find: Strategic, flexible itineraries from day hikes in the Grand Canyon to a two-week Arizona road trip, designed for outdoor adventurers, history buffs, foodies, and more Can't-miss highlights and unique experiences: Embark on a multi-day expedition into the depths of the Grand Canyon, discover hidden streams on a hike through high-desert forests, or find the best spots to hit the slopes in winter. Take a scenic drive along historic Route 66, learn about Arizona's ancient native cultures, and stroll charming Old West towns. Explore the red rock cliffs around Sedona, watch your favorite MLB team play during Spring Training, and sample Southwest cuisine from spicy enchiladas to Sonoran hot dogs How to plan a Grand Canyon adventure, including coverage of towns near gateways to the park Local insight from Arizona local Tim Hull on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Focused coverage of Phoenix, Scottsdale, and the Valley of the Sun, Tucson and Southern Arizona, Flagstaff, Sedona, and Red Rock Country, Navajo and Hopi Country, the White Mountains and the Gila Valley, the Grand Canyon and the Arizona Strip, and the Lower Colorado River Practical information including background on Arizona's landscape, climate, wildlife, and culture With Moon Arizona & the Grand Canyon's practical tips and local expertise, you can plan your trip your way. Seeing more of the Southwest? Check out Moon New Mexico or Moon Phoenix. Hitting the road? Try Moon Southwest Road Trip or Moon Route 66 Road Trip.

Book Kino  a Legacy

Download or read book Kino a Legacy written by Charles W. Polzer and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recounts the explorations of Father Kino in the Southwest, and includes detailed descriptions of the missions he founded.

Book DeGrazia and Mexican Cookery

Download or read book DeGrazia and Mexican Cookery written by Rita Davenport and published by Northland Pub. This book was released on 1982 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mexican food recipes paired with De Grazia art

Book Silencing Cinema

Download or read book Silencing Cinema written by D. Biltereyst and published by Springer. This book was released on 2013-03-26 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Oppression by censorship affects the film industry far more frequently than any other mass media. Including essays by leading film historians, the book offers groundbreaking historical research on film censorship in major film production countries and explore such innovative themes as film censorship and authorship, religion, and colonialism.