The Virgin Of The Sun A Tale of the Conquest of Peru
By George Chetwynd Griffith
Length11h 42m
About this audiobook
In "The Virgin Of The Sun: A Tale of the Conquest of Peru" by George Chetwynd Griffith, readers are transported to the heart of the Incan Empire, where the clash of cultures and the fervor of conquest intertwine with a tale of love, betrayal, and destiny. Through the eyes of a courageous protagonist, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the Spanish invasion, revealing the splendor and mystique of ancient Peru. Themes of power, faith, and the resilience of the human spirit resonate throughout, offering a poignant reflection on the impact of colonization and the enduring quest for identity and justice. This gripping historical adventure not only captivates with its vivid storytelling but also prompts readers to consider the parallels between past and present, making it a timeless exploration of humanity's complexities.
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GenreTravel, History
Length11 hrs 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 17, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION
2PROLOGUE. THE LINE OF FATE
3BOOK I
4CHAPTER I. THE SUNSET OF AN EMPIRE
5CHAPTER II. THE DOOM OF THE ANCIENT LAW
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6CHAPTER III. THE WARNING OF THE LLAPA
7CHAPTER IV. THE CROWNING OF ATAHUALLPA
8CHAPTER V. THE CHOICE OF MANCO
9CHAPTER VI. THE VEILING OF THE SUN
10CHAPTER VII. THE KINDLING OF THE PYRE
11BOOK II
12CHAPTER I. ON THE ROAD TO EL-DORADO
13CHAPTER II. HOW THE HORSES FED AT ZARAN
14CHAPTER III. WHAT DE SOTO HAD TO TELL
15CHAPTER IV. ACROSS THE RAMPARTS OF EL-DORADO
16CHAPTER V. THE OPEN GATE
17CHAPTER VI. IN THE CITY OF THE INCA
18CHAPTER VII. HOW DE SOTO PERFORMED HIS EMBASSY
19CHAPTER VIII. THE COMING OF ATAHUALLPA
20CHAPTER IX. “FOR GOD AND SPAIN!”
21BOOK III
22CHAPTER I. AN INCA’S RANSOM
23CHAPTER II. THE INFAMY OF FILIPILLO
24CHAPTER III. “WILT THOU BE INCA OR SLAVE?”
25CHAPTER IV. HOW MAMA-ZULA DARED THE ORDEAL
26CHAPTER V. TO THE CITY OF THE SUN
27CHAPTER VI. THE RETURN OF MANCO
28CHAPTER VII. DE SOTO’S AUDIENCE
29CHAPTER VIII. SENTENCE OF DEATH
30CHAPTER IX. “SACRIFICE! SACRIFICE!”
31BOOK IV
32CHAPTER I. A PAGE OF HISTORY
33CHAPTER II. NAHUA’S OATH
34CHAPTER III. THE HOUR OF TRIAL
35CHAPTER IV. A GENTLEMAN OF SPAIN
36CHAPTER V. AT THE FORTRESS GATE OF YUCAY
37CHAPTER VI. “WE HAVE SWORN!”
38CHAPTER VII. FRIENDS THOUGH FOES
39CHAPTER VIII. THE OATH OF THE BLOOD
40CHAPTER IX. THE BATTLE OF THE VALLEY
41CHAPTER X. BELEAGUERED
42CHAPTER XI. ST. JAGO’S DAY
43CHAPTER XII. THE FIGHT FOR THE FORTRESS
44EPILOGUE
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