The Vivero Letter
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, with some chipping and wear to edges and corners. No major tears but noticeable shelf wear. Page Condition: Likely yellowed given age. Markings: No visible markings. Binding: Appears intact.
A gripping adventure thriller, The Vivero Letter transports readers from the English countryside to the treacherous jungles of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. When Jeremy Wheale inherits a strange golden tray of ancient Mayan origin, he quickly finds himself drawn into a deadly race to uncover a lost Mayan city buried beneath the jungle. Bagley masterfully blends archaeological mystery with relentless action, pitting his protagonist against ruthless treasure hunters, dangerous terrain, and ancient secrets. The narrative crackles with suspense, presenting a fast-paced story that weaves together pre-Columbian history, underwater exploration, and cold-blooded villainy. Widely regarded as one of Bagley's finest works, it stands as a benchmark of the adventure thriller genre.
Author: Desmond Bagley
Format: Hardback
Published: 1968, Collins
Genre: Adventure fiction
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, with some chipping and wear to edges and corners. No major tears but noticeable shelf wear. Page Condition: Likely yellowed given age. Markings: No visible markings. Binding: Appears intact.
A gripping adventure thriller, The Vivero Letter transports readers from the English countryside to the treacherous jungles of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. When Jeremy Wheale inherits a strange golden tray of ancient Mayan origin, he quickly finds himself drawn into a deadly race to uncover a lost Mayan city buried beneath the jungle. Bagley masterfully blends archaeological mystery with relentless action, pitting his protagonist against ruthless treasure hunters, dangerous terrain, and ancient secrets. The narrative crackles with suspense, presenting a fast-paced story that weaves together pre-Columbian history, underwater exploration, and cold-blooded villainy. Widely regarded as one of Bagley's finest works, it stands as a benchmark of the adventure thriller genre.