The Shadow On The Dial, and Other Essays 1909 - Couverture souple

Peter Drummond, John

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 937459000X ISBN 13 : 9789374590003

Editeur : Alpha Edition, 2025

Synopsis

Deep beneath the tangled canopy of the African jungle, where sunlight barely pierces the emerald gloom and every shadow conceals the possibility of danger, a tale of survival and fierce determination unfolds. The pulse of wild animal encounters thrums through the air, and the boundaries between civilisation and the untamed world blur with every step into the unknown. Set against this richly atmospheric backdrop, this evocative work from the golden age of pulp fiction adventure plunges readers into a lost world teeming with peril, intrigue, and the raw thrill of the hunt. Explorers, driven by secrets and ambition, navigate treacherous terrain and ancient mysteries, their fates entwined with the rhythms of the jungle and the creatures that prowl its depths. Drawing on the electrifying spirit of 1940s adventure fiction, the narrative captures both the grandeur and the menace of the wild, offering a reading experience defined by relentless action, suspense, and the primal struggle for survival in the wild. The story's pacing is taut, and each encounter crackles with tension as characters confront not only the dangers of the landscape but the limits of their own courage. The vivid setting and pulse-pounding plot ensure that this jungle adventure novel stands apart, inviting readers and collectors alike to immerse themselves in a world where every moment is charged with possibility and risk. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, offering both general readers and connoisseurs of vintage action novels the chance to experience an African jungle story that continues to captivate with its energy, atmosphere, and enduring appeal.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Alpha Edition
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 937459000X
• ISBN 13: 9789374590003
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 74
• Coordonnées du fabricant: EDITIONS GALLIMARD; ufficio.anagrafiche@meli.it; ; Via Verdi, 8.; Assago Milano; 20090; Italie