The Mark of Zorro
by Johnston McCulley
Old California suffers under the whip of oppression, in a bygone era of expanding hacienda and arrogant caballeros. Missions are corrupted, indigenous peasants are abused, and innocent men and women are persecuted by the corrupt governor and his army. But a champion of freedom drives on the highway. His identity, hidden behind a mask, says Zorro, the robber, laughs as he challenges the power of a tyrant. A deadly shooter and demon swordsman, his flashing knife is left behind. Zorro's mark has inspired countless film and television adventures. Now read how the legend began...
