Spanish Dollars

""Spanish Dollars"" is a historical novel written by Reginald Wright Kauffman. The book takes place during the 16th century and follows the story of a young Englishman named Richard Drake. Richard is a sailor and adventurer who sets out on a journey to the New World in search of wealth and adventure. However, his journey takes an unexpected turn when he is captured by the Spanish and forced to work as a slave in the silver mines of Potosi. As Richard struggles to survive in the harsh conditions of the mine, he becomes friends with a group of fellow slaves, including a young woman named Juana. Together, they plot their escape and set out on a dangerous journey across the Andes Mountains. Along the way, they encounter a variety of challenges and dangers, including hostile natives and treacherous terrain. Throughout the book, Kauffman weaves a rich tapestry of historical detail, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and smells of 16th-century South America. He also explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the struggle for freedom in a world ruled by greed and oppression. Overall, ""Spanish Dollars"" is a thrilling adventure story that will appeal to fans of historical fiction, as well as anyone who enjoys a good tale of survival and perseverance in the face of adversity.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.