Descent from Xanadu
Descent from Xanadu by Harold Robbins, published by New English Library in 1984, is a compelling narrative that follows Judd Crane, a wealthy and determined man on a quest for eternal life. This first edition spans 296 pages and is presented in English. The story unfolds as Crane embarks on a perilous journey across various locations, including Yugoslavia and China, driven by his obsession and willingness to risk everything for his dream.
Readers will find a tale rich in action and adventure, as Crane navigates challenges that test his resolve and cunning. His pursuit leads him to a secret atomic city in the Brazilian jungle, where the stakes are high, and the consequences of his ambition become increasingly dire. The narrative explores themes of wealth, obsession, and the lengths one will go to achieve their desires, making it a significant addition to the genres of literature and fiction.
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Judd Crane is ruthless, sexually irresistible, the wealthiest man in the world … and determined to conquer man’s last frontier–eternal life. He pursues his dream on a dangerous, obsessive journey, from Yugoslavia to China, from his lush island to a secret atomic city in the Brazilian jungle. Crane is willing to spend billions, risk death, outwit foreign agents, lose his entire empire and the woman he loves … until, at the moment of victory, he discovers the most important secret of all.
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