Books Should Be Free
Loyal Books
Free Public Domain Audiobooks & eBook Downloads
Search by: Title, Author or Keyword

Joaquin, the Claude Duval of California; or, The Marauder of the Mines: a Romance Founded on Truth

Book cover
By:

Joaquin, the Claude Duval of California; or, The Marauder of the Mines is a thrilling and captivating tale that brings to life the wild and lawless days of the California Gold Rush. Henry L. Williams has woven a compelling narrative filled with action, romance, and intrigue, drawing the reader into a world of bandits, outlaws, and treasure hunters.

The protagonist, Joaquin, is a complex and enigmatic character who struggles with his conflicting desires for wealth, power, and love. As he navigates the dangerous and treacherous landscape of the mining towns, he must confront his own demons and make difficult choices that will ultimately determine his fate.

Williams skillfully blends historical accuracy with a sense of adventure, making the reader feel like they are right there alongside Joaquin as he rides through the dusty streets of California's gold country. The author's vivid descriptions and attention to detail bring the setting to life, immersing the reader in a world of danger and excitement.

Overall, Joaquin, the Claude Duval of California; or, The Marauder of the Mines is a riveting and engaging read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and adventure. Williams has crafted a compelling story that will keep readers turning the pages until the very end.

Book Description:
Joaquin Murrieta was a famous Californio bandit, known as the "Robin Hood of El Dorado".

Joaquin Murrieta was the son of worthy parents, and nothing in his early youth betokened any traits of the monster which he afterwards became. . . . In the following pages every trace of his blood-stained footsteps is closely followed. Some of the facts are furnished by contemporary witnesses; most of them by official documents. He proceeded from step to step, wading deeper and deeper into crime, until quiet citizens were almost afraid to breathe his name aloud.

In addition to this being a faithful narration of the fearful deeds of Joaquin, incidentally the work gives a faithful delineation of "life in the diggings" in the early days of California, when almost every nugget of gold was blood-spotted ere rude Justice bared her death-dealing arm.


Murrieta is believed to have inspired the fictional character of Zorro by Johnston McCulley. You may judge for yourself how much of the account here is truthful and how much is sensationalized. - Summary by TriciaG & from the Synopsis


Stream audiobook and download chapters






Review this book



Popular Genres
More Genres
Languages
Paid Books