Roger the Bold: A Tale of the Conquest of Mexico

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Roger the Bold: A Tale of the Conquest of Mexico

by F. S. (Frederick Sadleir) Brereton

EN·~9 hours

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Description

In a bustling London street, a larger‑than‑life sailor named Peter Tamworth climbs atop an overturned barrel, ringing a golden plaque and demanding the crowd’s help to decipher its mysterious Spanish inscription. His booming voice, weather‑worn features, and hearty jokes draw merchants, sailors, and townsfolk alike, all intrigued by the promise of gold from the distant Indies. This lively opening sets the tone for a tale that blends seafaring bravado with the lure of New World riches.

From the crowded Thames to the sun‑blasted plains of Mexico, the narrative follows the daring exploits of Roger the Bold, a fearless leader whose name becomes synonymous with daring raids and fierce combat. Vivid battle scenes, illustrated maps, and vivid descriptions of the conquistadors’ clash with native forces bring the early days of the conquest to life. Listeners will be swept into a world of courage, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of fortune, all told with the spirited humor and vivid detail that make this adventure unforgettable.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~9 hours (570K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by sp1nd, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2013-01-02

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

FS

F. S. (Frederick Sadleir) Brereton

1872–1957

A British Army medical officer who turned his experiences and imperial-era adventures into fast-moving stories for young readers. His books are packed with action, wartime drama, and the kind of cliffhangers that kept generations of boys' fiction fans turning pages.

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