A Dirk Pitt Novel. From the Arctic Circle to Tierra del Fuego and ancient Egypt to modern Aspen, Pitt is up against a plot that could obliterate the world. 2 cassettes.
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When the great Library of Alexandria was ordered sacked in A.D. 391, could some of its fabulous art treasures and volumes from its magnificent library have escaped the flames and been ferried across the Atlantic? It's an improbable if intriguing notion, but probability is not the strong suit of this wild charade of a novel that features the greatest treasure hunt of all timesome 1600 years after the fabulous riches disappeared. The narrative also encompasses the bloody attempts of two supposedly religious fanatics (who turn out to be brothers in a "criminal dynasty") to seize power in Egypt and Mexico, respectively; the kidnapping of the legitimate presidents of those two countries aboard a cruise ship; and the dazzling exploits of the green-eyed Dirk Pitt, a super-James Bond type whom "no woman could completely possess." These exploits include tracking the cruise ship to Tierra del Fuego, defeating, with the aid of some Special Forces agents, hordes of Arab and Mexican terrorists in several brutal encounters, and locating and saving the treasure. It's essentially schoolboy stuff, and it leads one to surmise that Cussler, author of the bestselling Cyclops, may have been so intent on packing his tale with action that he forgot about credibility altogether. Paperback rights to Pocket Books; Literary Guild main selection.
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Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Publishers Weekly
"Dazzling exploits... A novel that features the greatest treasure hunt of all time...."
The Washington Post
"Cruising speed in TREASURE is pedal-to-the- metal fast forward.... Cussler moves the players around the global chessboard with a compelling clarity that keeps you captivated.... His shoot- outs are first rate.... And the conclusion is gangbusters."
Chicago Tribune
"Action-packed.... Cussler has developed and patented a vibrant, rollicking narrative style that seldom shows signs of relenting...."
Detroit Free Press
"TREASURE will raise goosebumps on readers. ...Spine-tingling... suspenseful!"
Associated Press
"There's 'treasure' to be found in Chive Cussler's iatest novel, and it's not the discovery of the golden casket of Alexander the Great.... The true treasure is Dirk Pitt."
South Bend Tribune
"A first-rate story told by a first-class writer."
Los Angeles Times Book Review
"Slick, searing and shocking.... We're off and running in a race to see which superpower uncovers the treasure's hiding place first. You name it, you've got it in TREASURE.... [A} slam-bang rouser."
New York Daily News
"An ingenious roller-coaster of a story.... And Pitt, an Indiana Jones with 007 tastes, has never been better. This one will cost readers precious sleep. Guaranteed."
Chattanooga News-Free Press
"An action-filled feast of enviable proportions.... High suspense and engrossing drama.... Cussler has the ability to keep the reader flipping pages well past his regular bedtime."
Denver Post
"A four-star page turner...." --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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By T. A Molina
Format:Mass Market Paperback
What a treat! Treasure is one of the best D.P. novels out there! It's quite a page turner, so be prepared to to lose yourself in the world of Clive Cussler!p.s.And as a native south Texan, I really got a kick out of the TX connection!
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I have recently just started reading Clive Cussler's series of books about Dirk Pitt and his adventures. This is about the 5th book I've read in the series and I have loved every book so far, and this book is no exception.
Treasure includes everything you would expect from a Dirk Pitt novel; action, suspense, mystery and comedy. I loved all of the action and suspense, which was on almost every page of the book, plus I was able to laugh at the jokes and humor in the book. It kept me reading the book for hours at a time, never able to put it down.
If I had to pick out the worst points in the book, I would choose the parts that had to do with politics. I found those parts to really bore me. I would rather read more about Dirk Pitt and his adventures than about politicians in Washington having a meeting. But those parts only do show up a few times in the book so it's not too bad.
Overall Treasure was exciting and like most of Clive Cussler's books, was a great read. Now on to the next Dirk Pitt adventure!
Treasure includes everything you would expect from a Dirk Pitt novel; action, suspense, mystery and comedy. I loved all of the action and suspense, which was on almost every page of the book, plus I was able to laugh at the jokes and humor in the book. It kept me reading the book for hours at a time, never able to put it down.
If I had to pick out the worst points in the book, I would choose the parts that had to do with politics. I found those parts to really bore me. I would rather read more about Dirk Pitt and his adventures than about politicians in Washington having a meeting. But those parts only do show up a few times in the book so it's not too bad.
Overall Treasure was exciting and like most of Clive Cussler's books, was a great read. Now on to the next Dirk Pitt adventure!
By C. Reedy
Format:Mass Market Paperback
as usual my favorite heros Dirk, and Al have taken us around the world and have saved the day. this book was quite the page turner. I could barely put it down ( i did get a sunburn from forgetting to turn over while reading this book):o)
Kudos to Cussler!
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One of the best Pitt books ever. You won't be able to put it down. This is one of those books you say you'll put down....after the next page. Read more
Published on April 8 2003 by BRAD BAUGHMAN
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Published on Mar 31 2003 by D. Newstead
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One of the greatest Dirk Pitt books ever
Tresure sure delivers the best of Dr. Cussler - it's got a wonderful story, a RICH one, tons of action and cunning both from Pitt and the villains, and the pressure mounts up... Read more
Published on Sep 12 2002 by Ian Kharitonov
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Great read!
After having read a half dozen Cussler books, his now familier writing style is addicting. It is a compelling blend of intrigue and softened reality that makes for easy reading in... Read more
Published on July 16 2002 by Youni
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Still brilliant
I picked this up again on a second-hand book shelf in a local hospital having read it when it first came out. Fourteen years later it hasn't lost any of its appeal. Read more
Published on Jan 23 2002 by ilmk
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The Pitts
This is not a bad story if you can enjoy an unrealistic protagonist like Dirk Pitt. He's tall, handsome, tough, inexplicably rich, has military rank and civilian standing, and... Read more
Published on July 30 2001 by Grant Miller
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Clive and Dirk at their best. Great escapist fun. It's a E ride in NUMA land. Forget work for awhile and have some fun.
Published on July 7 2001 by Thomas D. Scipione
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Great book
Although this is not the best Cussler novel I have read, it is still very good. I really enjoyed the historical part of it and thought it the plot was pretty clever. Read more
Published on Jun 27 2001 by "prestond"
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Great Pitt adventure from Cussler!
I now have read this book 3 times since I bought it. Great action sequences. The ending is the best from Cussler!
Published on Jun 5 2001 by Daniel R. Bills
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Great reading!
Mr. Cussler and Pitt are back! Great reading is to be had by all who read this! Grab a seat and enjoy!
Published on Jun 4 2001 by Daniel R. Bills
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