Corpus Christi (1898)

By Henry Paine Stokes

Book Overview

Corpus Christi is a historical novel written by Henry Paine Stokes and published in 1898. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the lives of the Spanish conquistadors who came to the New World in search of gold and glory. The novel is centered around the city of Corpus Christi, which was founded by the Spanish in what is now Texas. The main character of the novel is Alonso de Castillo, a brave and ambitious conquistador who is determined to make a name for himself in the New World. He is joined by a cast of other characters, including his friend and fellow soldier Hernando de Soto, and the beautiful and enigmatic Do�����a Leonor, who captures Alonso's heart.As the story unfolds, the conquistadors face many challenges and obstacles, including battles with Native American tribes, harsh weather conditions, and the treacherous terrain of the New World. Along the way, they also encounter religious and cultural differences, as they attempt to spread Christianity and impose their way of life on the native people.Corpus Christi is a vivid and engaging novel that provides a glimpse into the early days of Spanish colonization in the Americas. It is a tale of adventure, love, and conflict, and offers a unique perspective on the history of the region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164176382
• ISBN13: 9781164176381
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 282 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"