The Sign of the Dawn
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.
Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: The dust jacket shows some fading and shelf wear consistent with age, but remains intact. Exernal pages show light foxing on the block, but the internally remains clean and the binding is secure.
Plunge into the heart of the Amazon in this high-stakes adventure where the legends of the past collide with the dangers of the present. The Sign of the Dawn follows an ambitious expedition into the deepest reaches of the Brazilian rainforest, driven by the search for a lost civilization and the secrets it holds. As the jungle closes in, the characters find themselves battling not only the unforgiving environment and hostile forces but also their own internal conflicts and the weight of their ambitions. James Wylie masterfully captures the oppressive beauty and lurking peril of the Amazonian landscape, weaving a narrative that is as much about the psychological endurance of the explorers as it is about the physical journey. The story balances vivid action sequences with a deep sense of historical mystery, exploring themes of greed, discovery, and the clash between modern world-views and ancient myths. This Viking Press edition is a compelling read for fans of grand-scale exploration thrillers and atmospheric historical fiction.
Author: James Wylie
Format: Hardback
Published: 1981, The Viking Press
Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: The dust jacket shows some fading and shelf wear consistent with age, but remains intact. Exernal pages show light foxing on the block, but the internally remains clean and the binding is secure.
Plunge into the heart of the Amazon in this high-stakes adventure where the legends of the past collide with the dangers of the present. The Sign of the Dawn follows an ambitious expedition into the deepest reaches of the Brazilian rainforest, driven by the search for a lost civilization and the secrets it holds. As the jungle closes in, the characters find themselves battling not only the unforgiving environment and hostile forces but also their own internal conflicts and the weight of their ambitions. James Wylie masterfully captures the oppressive beauty and lurking peril of the Amazonian landscape, weaving a narrative that is as much about the psychological endurance of the explorers as it is about the physical journey. The story balances vivid action sequences with a deep sense of historical mystery, exploring themes of greed, discovery, and the clash between modern world-views and ancient myths. This Viking Press edition is a compelling read for fans of grand-scale exploration thrillers and atmospheric historical fiction.