{"product_id":"master-of-the-world-jules-verne-9798890968944","title":"Master of the World","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaster of the World\u003c\/em\u003e is a science fiction novel by Jules Verne, published in 1904. It is a sequel to his earlier novel \u003cem\u003eRobur the Conqueror\u003c\/em\u003e and follows the exploits of a mysterious inventor named Robur, who creates a powerful, all-terrain, all-purpose vehicle capable of dominating air, land, and sea. The novel is a reflection on technological power and its potential for good or evil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe story is set in the United States, where strange natural phenomena and mysterious sightings spark concern. John Strock, a government investigator from Washington, D.C., is sent to investigate unusual occurrences near the Great Eyrie, a secluded mountain in North Carolina. Locals report seeing flashing lights, hearing strange noises, and observing unusual activity, which Strock suspects is linked to some form of advanced technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrock's investigation leads him to the discovery of Robur, a brilliant but megalomaniacal inventor. Robur has created an extraordinary machine called the \u003cem\u003eTerror\u003c\/em\u003e, an advanced vehicle capable of transforming into an airplane, a submarine, and a car. With the \u003cem\u003eTerror\u003c\/em\u003e, Robur has become a \"master of the world,\" with the ability to traverse any environment and evade capture. He uses his invention to spread fear and demonstrate his dominance, believing that his superior technology gives him the right to rule over others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrock tries to track down and stop Robur, leading to a tense pursuit across various terrains as the \u003cem\u003eTerror\u003c\/em\u003e showcases its incredible capabilities. Despite Strock's efforts, Robur continues his dangerous mission, viewing himself as the rightful ruler who should control the world through technological superiority. In the end, however, the story concludes with Robur's downfall. During a storm, the \u003cem\u003eTerror\u003c\/em\u003e crashes, and Robur disappears, his fate left uncertain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jules Verne\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798890968944\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Lushena Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/30\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 134\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.67lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.50d","brand":"Jules Verne","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":48487344439551,"sku":"9798890968944","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_994eb15a-ab32-41e6-9aaa-4c33a2a72693.jpg?v=1778059931","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/master-of-the-world-jules-verne-9798890968944","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}