""Joaquin, The Claude Duval Of California; Or The Marauder Of The Mines: A Romance Founded On Truth"" is a novel written by Harry Llewellyn Williams. The story is set in California during the mid-19th century and is based on the true-life adventures of Joaquin Murrieta, a notorious bandit who was active in the region during that time. The novel follows the exploits of Joaquin and his band of outlaws as they rob and plunder the gold mines of California, evading the law at every turn. The book is written in a romantic style, with a focus on the exploits of the charismatic Joaquin and his daring escapades. The novel is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of the Wild West, with vivid descriptions of the landscape and the characters that inhabit it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and folklore of California and the Wild West.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.