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Steinbeck's first novel and sole work of historical fiction--the violent, exciting story of the infamous pirate Henry Morgan

In this remarkable debut novel, John Steinbeck, the esteemed author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece The Grapes of Wrath , brings to life the enigmatic tale of Sir Henry Morgan -- a legendary pirate from the 1600s whose adventures spanned the coasts of Cuba and mainland... Read Full Overview

The novel is a fictionalized account of the life of the infamous pirate Henry Morgan and his legendary raid on the city of Panama, often referred to as the "Cup of Gold." This historical novel delves into themes of ambition, the search for meaning, and the allure of power,... Read Full Overview

2025 Reprint of the 1929 Edition. Cup of Gold, John Steinbeck's first novel, published in 1929, is a romanticized historical fiction inspired by the life of the notorious pirate Henry Morgan. The story traces Morgan's rise from a restless young man to a feared and legendary... Read Full Overview

Cup of Gold is John Steinbeck's first novel, published in 1929. It's a romanticized historical tale based on the life of the 17th-century Welsh pirate Henry Morgan.

The story follows young Henry as he leaves his quiet homeland in search of adventure, glory, and the legendary... Read Full Overview

Cup of Gold is John Steinbeck's first novel, published in 1929. It's a romanticized historical tale based on the life of the 17th-century Welsh pirate Henry Morgan.

The story follows young Henry as he leaves his quiet homeland in search of adventure, glory, and the legendary... Read Full Overview