Wilbur Smith: A Falcon Flies; The Dark Of The Sun; The Sunbird
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
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This omnibus edition brings together three of Wilbur Smith's most celebrated adventure novels, each set against the sweeping, untamed landscapes of Africa and written with the breathless, visceral intensity that made Smith one of the most beloved storytellers of the twentieth century. A Falcon Flies chronicles the gripping journey of Robyn Ballantyne and her brother Zouga as they push deep into uncharted African territory in search of their missionary father, uniting themes of exploration, family loyalty, and colonial ambition in a narrative that crackles with tension. The Dark of the Sun presents a relentless, action-driven tale of mercenary soldiers fighting to evacuate a fortune in industrial diamonds from the war-torn Congo, a story that pulses with moral ambiguity and raw, unflinching violence. The Sunbird weaves together two timelines — a modern archaeological discovery and the ancient, doomed civilization it uncovers — delivering a richly imagined historical mystery that balances romance, warfare, and wonder. Together, these three novels illustrate Smith's masterful command of pace, place, and character, making this collection an essential cornerstone for any fan of grand adventure fiction.
Author: Wilbur Smith
Format: Hardback
Published: 1983, Heinemann/Octopus
Genre: Adventure fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This omnibus edition brings together three of Wilbur Smith's most celebrated adventure novels, each set against the sweeping, untamed landscapes of Africa and written with the breathless, visceral intensity that made Smith one of the most beloved storytellers of the twentieth century. A Falcon Flies chronicles the gripping journey of Robyn Ballantyne and her brother Zouga as they push deep into uncharted African territory in search of their missionary father, uniting themes of exploration, family loyalty, and colonial ambition in a narrative that crackles with tension. The Dark of the Sun presents a relentless, action-driven tale of mercenary soldiers fighting to evacuate a fortune in industrial diamonds from the war-torn Congo, a story that pulses with moral ambiguity and raw, unflinching violence. The Sunbird weaves together two timelines — a modern archaeological discovery and the ancient, doomed civilization it uncovers — delivering a richly imagined historical mystery that balances romance, warfare, and wonder. Together, these three novels illustrate Smith's masterful command of pace, place, and character, making this collection an essential cornerstone for any fan of grand adventure fiction.