Embark on a thrilling journey through the Spanish California of yesteryear with Johnston McCulley's exhilarating novel, "The Further Adventures of Zorro." Join the legendary masked hero as he returns to defend the innocent, fight for justice, and outwit the cunning villains who seek to exploit the weak and oppressed. But amidst the sun-drenched landscapes and swashbuckling adventures, a question beckons: What new challenges will Zorro face as he continues his crusade against tyranny and injustice? As McCulley's enthralling narrative unfolds, immerse yourself in the daring escapades and narrow escapes that have made Zorro a timeless icon of courage and defiance. Experience the thrill of rooftop chases, daring rescues, and epic duels as Zorro battles foes both old and new in his quest to uphold the ideals of honor and freedom. What secrets will be uncovered as Zorro delves deeper into the mysteries of Spanish California? Will he triumph over the forces of oppression and corruption, or will he be undone by the treachery that lurks in the shadows? Join Zorro as he rides into the sunset once more, his trusty blade flashing in the California sun as he fights for the downtrodden and the disenfranchised. Witness his courage, his cunning, and his unwavering commitment to justice as he confronts the forces of evil with a smile and a swish of his cape. Are you ready to join Zorro on another daring adventure? Prepare to be swept away by the excitement and romance of "The Further Adventures of Zorro," where every page is filled with action, intrigue, and the timeless appeal of a hero who fights for what is right. Don't miss your chance to experience the thrill of adventure. Purchase your copy of "The Further Adventures of Zorro" today and ride alongside the masked avenger as he defends the innocent and strikes fear into the hearts of those who would dare to oppress them.

Zorro protects Old California in a trio of thrill-packed adventures! Bold Venture Press presents "Zorro: The Complete Pulp Adventures Volume 2." "The Further Adventures of Zorro" takes the masked hidalgo to the high seas when pirates arrive on the shores of old California, and decide to claim the pueblo as their spoils! Then, "Zorro Deals With Treason" in the form of a Zorro impostor! "The Mysterious Don Miguel" creates much confusion in Reina de Los Angeles. Is he Zorro's enemy - or Don Diego Vega's friend? This volume also includes "Alias, Johnston McCulley," a rare interview with Zorro's creator! Ride with Zorro as he defends the downtrodden citizens from the oppressive government, sea pirates, and crafty anarchists. There's never been a hero like Zorro for romance and high adventure! Learn more about Zorro and other pulp fiction related books at our website ... www.boldventurepress.com

Bold Venture Press presents the complete original pulp adventures of Zorro! Volume three presents Zorro Rides Again, a full-length adventure never reprinted since its original 1931 publication. With a shock of disbelief, the old Spanish California village heard that its friend Zorro was now attacking the weak and helpless! Hated by those who once worshiped him, hounded by the soldiery, the proud Zorro again becomes an outlaw to regain his stolen honor.In addition to Zorro Rides Again, this edition includes eleven thrill-packed short stories, published as a continuing series in West, the legendary pulp fiction magazine. There's action aplenty in "Zorro Draws His Blade" when the masked swordsman first duels with Sergeant Manuel Garcia.Also: John E. Petty, film lecturer and pop culture author, examines Zorro's exploits in Saturday matinee serials.Learn more about Zorro and other pulp fiction related books at the Bold Venture Press website.

McCulley's novel first appeared in 1919 as a five-part story serialized in All-Story Weekly, a popular pulp magazine. The novel was quickly adapted to film as The Mark of Zorro, starring Douglas Fairbanks.

Bold Venture Press presents The Sign of Zorro, a full-length adventure from 1941, never reprinted since its original publication. In Reina de los Angeles they no longer whisper of Señor Zorro- The Fox. For he rides no more; his sword no longer serves the oppressed. And that languorous dandy, Don Diego Vega, fritters the days away, caught in a real and terrible apathy. The sudden and tragic death of his wife has left him without any urge to don his black cloak and mask; and his father, Don Alejandro Vega, is seriously disturbed. If only his son would return to full life; if only Zorro would ride again ....Then, through Bardoso, the one-time pirate, Don Diego receives word that the beautiful Senorita Panchita Canchola desperately needs the aid of Señor Zorro. Don Vicente, her brother, now the man of the household, is the dupe of a clever scoundrel, whose sinister plans threaten the Governor of California.So Zorro lives again .... And this time he must preserve the life of the man who has sworn to capture him! This edition includes ten Zorro short stories from West magazine. In the introduction, John E. Petty examines Zorro collectibles across the decades. www.boldventurepress.com

"SADDLE UP! Andes takes us on an exhilarating, dust-kicking ride through the actual origins and history of the first hemispheric Latinx superhero: Zorro." —Frederick Luis Aldama, editor of Tales from la Vida: A Latinx Zorro's Shadow explores the masked character's Latinx origins and his impact on pop culture—the inspiration for the most iconic superheroes we know today. Long before Superman or Batman made their first appearances, there was Zorro. Born on the pages of the pulps in 1919, Zorro fenced his way through the American popular imagination, carving his signature letter Z into the flesh of evildoers in Old Spanish California. Zorro is the original caped crusader, the first masked avenger, and the character who laid the blueprint for the modern American superhero. Historian and Latin American studies expert Stephen J. C. Andes unmasks the legends behind Zorro, showing that the origins of America's first superhero lie in Latinx history and experience. Revealing the length of Zorro's shadow over the superhero genre is a reclamation of the legend of Zorro for a multiethnic and multicultural America.

The Mark of Zorro (The Curse of Capistrano) - Johnston McCulley - The Curse of Capistrano is a 1919 novella by Johnston McCulley and the first work to feature the fictional character Zorro (zorro is the Spanish word for fox). After the enormous success of the 1920 film adaptation, The Mark of Zorro, the story was republished under that name. Prior to being published in novella form, The Curse of Capistrano appeared as five serialized installments in the pulp magazine All-Story Weekly. The masked avenger immortalized by countless films began as pulp fiction in 1919. The dashing hero Zorro first appeared in Johnston McCulley's story, "The Curse of Capriano", serialized in the American pulp magazine Argosy, later republished as a novella in 1924 as "The Mark of Zorro". Set in Spanish Colonial California, Zorro moonlights as a robin-hood like adventurer, saving the oppressed from the tyrannical hands in power. This iconic outlaw has weaved his way deeply into popular culture through countless iterations in film and literature. Armed with a rapier and mounted on a black horse, Zorro deftly maneuvers through the crime ridden streets of old southern California to, "avenge the helpless, to punish cruel politicians", and "to aid the oppressed." Charged with thrills and mystery, "The Mark of Zorro" is the story that started it all. A classic tale of roguish activism, this enigmatic hero continues to delight generations of readers.

The Curse of Capistrano is a 1919 serialized novel by Johnston McCulley and the first work to feature the fictional Californio character Zorro (zorro is the Spanish word for fox). It would be later published as a book in 1924 under the title The Mark of Zorro

The Life and Adventures of Joaquin Murieta (1854) is a novel by John Rollin Ridge. Published under his birth name Yellow Bird, from Cheesquatalawny in Cherokee, The Life and Adventures of Joaquin Murieta was the first novel from a Native American author. Despite its popular success worldwide—the novel was translated into French and Spanish—Ridge’s work was a financial failure due to bootleg copies and widespread plagiarism. Recognized today as a groundbreaking work of nineteenth century fiction, The Life and Adventures of Joaquin Murieta is a powerful novel that investigates American racism, illustrates the struggle for financial independence among marginalized communities, and dramatizes the lives of outlaws seeking fame, fortune, and vigilante justice. Born in Mexico, Joaquin Murieta came to California in search of gold. Despite his belief in the American Dream, he soon faces violence and racism from white settlers who see his success as a miner as a personal affront. When his wife is raped by a mob of white men and after Joaquin is beaten by a group of horse thieves, he loses all hope of living alongside Americans and turns to a life of vigilantism. Joined by a posse of similarly enraged Mexican-American men, Joaquin becomes a fearsome bandit with a reputation for brutality and stealth. Based on the life of Joaquin Murrieta Carrillo, also known as The Robin Hood of the West, The Life and Adventures of Joaquin Murieta would serve as inspiration for Johnston McCulley’s beloved pulp novel hero Zorro. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of John Rollin Ridge’s The Life and Adventures of Joaquin Murieta is a classic work of Native American literature reimagined for modern readers.

America's first masked hero in 16 all-new adventures! Introduction by Michael Uslan, executive producer of the Batman film franchise. In the early 1800s, California was still under Spanish rule. Some military commanders plundered and won riches at the expense of the peace-loving settlers. Against these agents of injustice the settlers were powerless, until one man arose whose courage stirred the hearts of Californians. He alone gave them the spirit to resist tyranny. That man was Zorro! New exciting stories wherein the "Curse of Capistrano" joins forces with Sgt. Garcia to halt an insurrectionist, teams with The Scarlet Pimpernel's descendant, rescues damsels, gypsies and even a hog, and clashes with the Devil! Danger, swashbuckling adventure and romance await in Reina de Los Angeles, and Zorro always answers the challenge with a smile and his flashing sword! 16 original stories written by: John L. French, Richard A. Lupoff, Will Murray, Francisco Silva, Joseph A. Lovece, William Patrick Maynard, Linda Bindner, Susan Kite, Diana Barkley, Bret Bouriseau, Daryl McCullough, Mari K. Ross, Robert Scott Cranford, Eugene Craig, Pamela Elbert Poland. Zorro created by Johnston McCulley Zorro ® & © 2020 Zorro Productions, Inc. All rights reserved.