John Steinbeck‘s first novel Cup of Gold is historical fiction with touches of legend, about privateer Henry Morgan’s quest for riches and a woman’s heart in 17th century Panama. What Steinbeck later called an “immature experiment” hasn’t been as well received as his later, more realistic novels. But he stayed interested in historical romance, later writing a retelling of Arthurian legend published after his death. Cup of Gold becomes the public’s treasure in 30 days. #PublicDomainDayCountdown