Spartan Gold
Spartan Gold by Clive Cussler is published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons in 2009 and spans 375 pages. This action-packed narrative introduces readers to treasure hunters Sam and Remi Fargo, who embark on a quest to uncover a legendary treasure linked to historical figures such as Xerxes the Great and Napoleon Bonaparte. Their adventure begins when they discover a World War II German u-boat in the Great Pocomoke Swamp, which leads them to a bottle from Napoleon’s lost cellar, igniting a race against a rival treasure seeker.
In this edition, readers will follow the Fargos as they delve into a mystery that intertwines ancient history with modern-day treasure hunting. The plot thickens with the introduction of Hadeon Bondaruk, a millionaire with ties to King Xerxes, who is also on the hunt for the treasure. The book combines elements of fiction and action and adventure, making it a thrilling read for those interested in historical mysteries and treasure hunting escapades.
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The debut of a brand-new, action-packed series from the #1 New York Times bestselling master of ?pure entertainment? (People).
Thousands of years ago, the Persian king Xerxes the Great was said to have raided the Treasury at Delphi, carrying away two solid gold pillars as tribute. In 1800, Napoleon Bonaparte and his army stumble across the pillars in the Pennine Alps. Unable to transport them Napoleon creates a map on the labels of twelve bottles of rare wine. And when Napoleon dies, the bottles disappear?
Treasure hunters Sam and Remi Fargo are exploring the Great Pocomoke Swamp in Delaware when they are shocked to discover a World War II German u-boat. Inside, they find a bottle taken from Napoleon?s ?lost cellar.? Fascinated, the Fargos set out to find the rest of the collection. But another connoisseur of sorts has been looking for the bottle they?ve just found. He is Hadeon Bondaruk?a half- Russian, half-Persian millionaire. He claims to be a descendant of King Xerxes himself.
And he wants his treasure back?
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