{"product_id":"master-of-the-world-verne","title":"Master of the World by Jules Verne","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eBy Jules Verne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaster of the World is a science fiction novel by Jules Verne  published in 1904. It is a sequel to his earlier novel Robur the Conqueror 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. The 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. Strock's investigation leads him to the discovery of Robur  a brilliant but megalomaniacal inventor. Robur has created an extraordinary machine called the Terror  an advanced vehicle capable of transforming into an airplane  a submarine  and a car. With the Terror  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. Strock tries to track down and stop Robur  leading to a tense pursuit across various terrains as the Terror 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 Terror crashes  and Robur disappears  his fate left uncertain.","brand":"Lushena Books","offers":[{"title":"PAPERBACK","offer_id":52798787191064,"sku":"9798890968845","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"HARDCOVER","offer_id":52798787223832,"sku":"9798890968944","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/8203\/8296\/files\/9798890968845.jpg?v=1790924459","url":"https:\/\/lushenabooksinc.com\/products\/master-of-the-world-verne","provider":"Lushena","version":"1.0","type":"link"}