About this item
This engaging volume takes a close look at the legend of Joaquin Murrieta, the man who came to be known as the Robin Hood of Eldorado. Dynamic text tells the story of Murrieta, with plenty of exciting age-appropriate details, but also examines the complex relationship between fact and fiction in legends such as his. Interesting and informative historical background on the California Gold Rush and the role of Mexicans and Californios in the area at the time round out this fun and informative volume.
About the Author
Avery Elizabeth Hurt is the author of more than a dozen books for children and young adults - mostly about science and social studies. She loves spiders, raptors, and cats, enjoys walking in the woods, riding bicycles, and drinking lots and lots of Chinese tea.
