In a high-stakes race against rival factions, Juan Cabrillo and his CIA-supported Oregon crew embark on a mission to uncover a vital discovery that holds the potential to avert World War III. The novel combines thrilling action with geopolitical intrigue, showcasing the team's resourcefulness and determination in a world on the brink of chaos.
?Listening Length = 11 hours and 45 minutesClive Cussler, creator of the bestselling NUMA and Dirk Pitt series, presents his latest and most intriguing high seas action hero: the enigmatic captain of the Oregon, Juan Cabrillo. In his first feature-length adventure, it's up to Cabrillo and his crew of expert intelligence and Naval men to put Tibet back in the hands of the Dalai Lama by striking a deal with the Russians and the Chinese. His gambling chip is a golden Buddha containing records of vast oil reserves in the disputed land.But first, he'll have to locate--and steal--the all-important artifact. And there are certain people who would do anything in their power to see him fail...
Clive Cussler is an extraordinary author whose life parallels that of his fictional hero, Dirk Pitt. Whether searching for famous shipwrecks or cruising in classic cars from his private collection, Cussler’s spirit feeds the soul of Dirk Pitt—a hero whose adventures race along at supersonic speed. Now with this truly unique insider’s guide, you can dive in and explore the worlds of both Clive Cussler, the grand master of adventure, and Dirk Pitt, the world’s greatest action adventure hero.Inside Clive Cussler and Dirk Pitt® Revealed you’ll Complete with rare photos, dedications, the Clive Cussler car collection, and advanced Dirk Pitt trivia, Clive Cussler and Dirk Pitt Revealed contains a mother lode of information every fan will treasure.
In this action-packed adventure book Cussler relates the recent activities of NUMA, the organisation that features in his thriller novels and which he also created in real life: the National Underwater and Marine Agency. schovat popis
Focusing on true accounts, this book showcases twelve captivating shipwreck discoveries made by Cussler and volunteers from the National Underwater Marine Agency. The narrative delves into the historic significance of each wreck, revealing the mysteries and adventures associated with underwater exploration. Through these intriguing tales, readers gain insight into the challenges and triumphs of uncovering maritime history.
Juan Cabrillo, de kapitein van het supermoderne spionageschip Oregon, voert voor zijn opdrachtgevers uiterst gevaarlijke en geheime missies uit. De inzet is nog nooit zo hoog geweest. Cabrillo en zijn uit zeer ervaren inlichtingen- en marinemensen bestaande bemanning moeten ervoor zorgen dat Tibet door middel van een deal tussen de Russen en Chinezen weer in handen komt van de Dalai lama. Het voorwerp waar in dit geval alles om draait is de Gouden Boeddha, waarin gedetailleerde gegevens over enorme oliereserves in dat betwiste land verborgen zitten. Maar eerst zal hij dat kostbare kunstvoorwerp moeten zien te lokaliseren en stelen. En er zijn bepaalde mensen die bereid zijn alles te doen wat in hun macht ligt om te voorkomen dat hij daarin zal slagen.