The Skystone: A Romance Of Prehistoric Arizona (1899)

By John George Hilzinger

Book Overview

The Skystone: A Romance Of Prehistoric Arizona is a historical fiction novel written by John George Hilzinger and first published in 1899. The story is set in prehistoric Arizona and follows the adventures of a young man named Tlahuicole, who is the son of the chief of a tribe called the Quetzals. Tlahuicole is a skilled hunter and warrior, but he is also a dreamer and a visionary, and he is convinced that there is more to life than just fighting and hunting.One day, Tlahuicole discovers a mysterious stone that has fallen from the sky. The stone is unlike anything he has ever seen before, and he believes that it has magical powers. He decides to take the stone to the wise woman of his tribe, who confirms that the stone is indeed special and that it has the power to bring about great changes in the world.Tlahuicole becomes obsessed with the stone and its powers, and he sets out on a quest to discover more about it. Along the way, he meets a beautiful woman named Xochitl, who is also searching for the stone. Together, they embark on a dangerous journey through the wilds of prehistoric Arizona, encountering fierce predators and hostile tribes.As Tlahuicole and Xochitl get closer to the stone, they begin to realize that it is not just a powerful object, but also a symbol of hope and change for their people. They must face many challenges and obstacles to protect the stone and bring about a new era of peace and prosperity for their tribe.The Skystone: A Romance Of Prehistoric Arizona is a thrilling adventure story that also explores themes of love, courage, and the power of belief. It is a classic of early American literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Southwest.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: 1120928591
• ISBN13: 9781120928597
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"