Pueblos, Plains, and Province

Pueblos, Plains, and Province by Joseph P. Sánchez examines the complex sociopolitical conflicts in seventeenth-century New Mexico, focusing on the impact of Spanish colonial policies on settlers, missionaries, and Indigenous peoples. It explores how efforts to impose new religious and political arrangements led to resistance and significant historical events, shaping the region’s cultural heritage. The book highlights the enduring legacy of these interactions across multiple communities and nations.