
In this sweeping collection, listeners are taken deep into the mythic past of Spain, where heroic princes and treacherous lords clash amid crumbling castles and mist‑shrouded mountains. The narrative opens with the tragic rise of Don Roderick, whose reign is haunted by betrayal, forbidden love, and ominous prophecies that foretell a looming invasion. As the story unfolds, the bitter legacy of Count Julian and the daring exploits of the Moorish champion Taric el Tuerto ripple through the pages, setting the stage for a dramatic showdown between the invading forces and the embattled native warriors.
Beyond the battlefield, the legends weave together romance, intrigue, and supernatural hints—a secret tower, a prophetic palm‑leaf, and the fabled Table of Solomon—offering a vivid portrait of a land on the brink of transformation. Listeners will feel the tension of early battles, the echo of ancient vows, and the bittersweet yearning of characters who strive to preserve their honor amid an encroaching tide of conquest.
Language
en
Duration
~11 hours (689K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Josep Cols Canals, Ramon Pajares Box and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress.)
Release date
2015-10-31
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1783–1859
Best known for "Rip Van Winkle" and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," this early American master helped turn local folklore into lasting literature. His wit, love of history, and gift for atmosphere made him one of the first U.S. writers to win a wide international readership.
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