
In the glittering heart of Tenochtitlan, night drapes over canals that glitter like fireflies, while music and laughter spill from bustling plazas. The city dazzles with temples crowned by ever‑burning altars, their flames a stark reminder of a religion that demands human sacrifice. Amid this splendor, a lone warrior finds himself bound as a captive, his fate tangled with the empire’s ruthless tribute system.
The warrior’s eyes take in the fragrant gardens and the mournful cries of slaves hauling fuel for the relentless fires, sensing both awe and revulsion. He learns of a solitary mountain republic that still defies the Aztec hegemony, a spark of resistance that could alter his destiny. As he navigates the perilous court of the last Montezuma, the story promises a clash of cultures, loyalty, and survival.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (427K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Shirley McAleer, Shaun Pinder 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
2014-12-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1850–1930
Adventure, the outdoors, and a strong sense of fairness run through these classic stories. Best known for writing for young readers, this American author also cared deeply about conservation and life in Florida.
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