McMillian (writer and architectural historian) provides a look into the drama and beauty of historic homes in California. About 400 photographs (most in color) display the exteriors and interiors of vernacular and religious structures built between 1769 and 1848 during the Spanish Mission and Mexican Rancho era. Oversize: 9.25x12<">. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)