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The Legend of the Chiscas: From Viking to Melungeon?
Resource ID: 19140
Type: book, fiction
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- UPDATED: 6.29.2025
- American history, Melungeons, origin theory, history
- historical fiction
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date:
6.4.2024
ISBN:
9798327768864
pages:
59
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Nestled deep within the Blue Ridge Mountains lies an untold story that challenges the annals of history. "The Legend of the Chiscas: From Viking to Melungeon?" by Ryan E. Phillips is a riveting historical fiction novelette that intertwines real events with imaginative storytelling to uncover the mysterious past of the Chiscas tribe. Described by Spanish explorers as having white skin, blue eyes, and red hair, the Chiscas were a sophisticated and enigmatic people. Were they descendants of Viking settlers, or was their unique heritage something else entirely?
Follow the gripping accounts of historical and fictional characters as they navigate the cultural collisions of the 16th century. Witness the brutal expeditions of Captain Juan Pardo, the resilience of the Chiscas, and the relentless pursuit of wealth and glory by the Spanish crown. The discovery of a long-lost scroll penned by Sergeant Hernando Moyano brings to light the harrowing fate of the Chiscas and their advanced society hidden in the Appalachian wilderness.
In the present day, historian Dr. R.W. Phillips uncovers Moyano's scroll and embarks on a quest to piece together the Chiscas' legacy. His research leads to intriguing connections with the Melungeons, a mixed-race group with mysterious origins, further enriching the cultural and genetic tapestry of the region.
"The Legend of the Chiscas" is a tribute to the resilience of human cultures, the complexities of history, and the power of storytelling. This novelette invites readers on a journey through time, exploring the intersections of fact and fiction and uncovering the rich heritage that shapes the Appalachian region.
Follow the gripping accounts of historical and fictional characters as they navigate the cultural collisions of the 16th century. Witness the brutal expeditions of Captain Juan Pardo, the resilience of the Chiscas, and the relentless pursuit of wealth and glory by the Spanish crown. The discovery of a long-lost scroll penned by Sergeant Hernando Moyano brings to light the harrowing fate of the Chiscas and their advanced society hidden in the Appalachian wilderness.
In the present day, historian Dr. R.W. Phillips uncovers Moyano's scroll and embarks on a quest to piece together the Chiscas' legacy. His research leads to intriguing connections with the Melungeons, a mixed-race group with mysterious origins, further enriching the cultural and genetic tapestry of the region.
"The Legend of the Chiscas" is a tribute to the resilience of human cultures, the complexities of history, and the power of storytelling. This novelette invites readers on a journey through time, exploring the intersections of fact and fiction and uncovering the rich heritage that shapes the Appalachian region.
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