Synopses & Reviews
In this deeply affecting novel Scott ODell envelops the reader in the heroic world of the conquistadorsa world that is at once somber and many-colored. Though they may have been ruthless, these steel-helmeted young men of Spain lived their lives on the very edge of eternity with style and uncommon courage.
Synopsis
In this deeply affecting novel Scott O'Dell envelops the reader in the
heroic world of the conquistadors—a world that is at once somber
and many-colored. Though they may have been ruthless, these
steel-helmeted young men of Spain lived their lives on the very edge
of eternity with style and uncommon courage.
Synopsis
In this deeply affecting novel Scott O& #39; Dell envelops the reader in the< br=""> heroic world of the conquistadors& mdash; a world that is at once somber< br=""> and many-colored. Though they may have been ruthless, these< br=""> steel-helmeted young men of Spain lived their lives on the very edge< br=""> of eternity with style and uncommon courage.
Synopsis
While awaiting trial for murder and withholding from the king the obligatory fifth of the gold found in Cibola, Esteban, a seventeen-year-old cartographer, recalls his adventures with a band of conquistadors.
About the Author
Scott O'Dell's books have entertained and enlightened millions of readers, all over the world. The master storyteller and writer has shared his thoughts with young adults in books ranging from historical fiction to gothic romances. He was the recipient of numerous awards, including the 1960 Newbery Medal for his first book, Island of the Blue Dolphins, and the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction, an award originated and donated by the author to honor distinguished works of historical fiction.