From the Pass to the Pueblos: El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail by George D. Torok (review)

George D. Torok's book, 'From the Pass to the Pueblos: El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail,' offers a comprehensive overview of the historic trail that served as a lifeline during Spanish colonial times in New Mexico and West Texas. The work provides a transnational perspective, starting from Chihuahua, Mexico, and traversing northward through significant parajes (campsites), detailing their history, geography, and cultural significance. Torok's approach, while repetitive at times, highlights overlooked locations and serves as an invaluable guidebook for historic preservation efforts in the Southwest. The book bridges ancestral Puebloan connections to Mesoamerican civilizations and reflects on contemporary developments around Santa Fe, making it a valuable resource for both academic readers and those interested in UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Harrison, J. T. (2014). From the Pass to the Pueblos: El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail by George D. Torok (review). Southwestern Historical Quarterly, 118(2), 218. https://doi.org/10.1353/swh.2014.0113