Zorro's Shadow

In Zorro's Shadow, historian Stephen J. C. Andes explores the origins of the legendary masked hero, revealing how Latinx history and real-life figures shaped the iconic character’s development. Drawing from never-before-seen letters of creator Johnston McCulley, the book examines Zorro’s transformation from a Mexican bandido to a distinctly white, aristocratic hero. This insightful investigation highlights Zorro's significant influence on the superhero genre and reclaims his story within a multicultural American context.