
By Mary Johnson
1492
CHAPTER I
CHAPTER II
CHAPTER III
CHAPTER IV
CHAPTER V
CHAPTER VI
CHAPTER VII
CHAPTER VIII
Set against the storm‑gray coast of 1492 Andalusia, the story follows Jayme de Marchena, a young man torn between his Christian name and the memory of a Jewish grandmother whose whispers still linger. As the Inquisition tightens its grip and royal edicts threaten to erase whole communities, Jayme wrestles with the weight of his ancestry, his studies, and the desperate need to find a voice that might bridge worlds. The sea, ever‑present and restless, mirrors his inner turbulence, offering both a refuge and a reminder of the peril that looms.
Through lyrical introspection and vivid portraiture of a land on the brink of upheaval, the narrative captures the clash of faith, fear, and curiosity. Jayme’s quiet defiance—rooted in relentless learning and an unshakable yearning for truth—draws listeners into a world where hope flickers like a distant lantern against a darkening horizon. The first act sets the stage for a profound journey of identity, courage, and the yearning for a brighter tomorrow.
Language
en
Duration
~9 hours (551K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Charles Keller, Martin Robb, and David Widger
Release date
1999-03-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1870–1936
A bestselling historical novelist from Virginia, she paired sweeping adventure stories with a strong public voice for women’s rights. Her books captivated early twentieth-century readers, and several were later adapted for silent film.
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