Cup of Gold

Set in the mid-1600s, "Cup of Gold" is a vivid and lyrical historical novel that explores the legendary life of pirate Henry Morgan, who terrorized the Spanish Main with his ruthless exploits. Driven by two obsessions—the woman called La Santa Roja and the conquest of Panama—the story offers a swashbuckling adventure rooted in real historical events. Featuring an introduction by Susan F. Beegel, this novel provides a fresh perspective on Steinbeck’s first work of fiction.