The Wealth of Echindul: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Wealth of Echindul is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Loomis, Noel M. (1905–1969).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Wealth of Echindul" by Noel M. Loomis is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The story follows Grant Russell, a small and determined prospector who embarks on a perilous journey across the dangerous Great Sea-Swamp of Venus in search of valuable echindul stones. The setting explores themes of survival, greed, and the struggle against oppressive forces in a vividly imagined extraterrestrial environment. The plot revolves around Grant Russell's arduous trek through the treacherous swamps of Venus after successfully locating a nest of the mythical echindul, known for its precious gizzard-stones. As Russell makes his way toward Aphrodite, a city marked by vice and danger, he must navigate the treacherous landscape while evading Relegar, a cunning and ruthless Uranian who seeks to claim the stones for himself. With both a personal mission to reunite with his daughter and the hope of securing a future for them, Russell relies on his intelligence and resourcefulness to outsmart Relegar and survive the myriad threats of Venus, ultimately leading to a tense confrontation that could determine his fate and that of his newfound fortune.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Wealth of Echindul
- Author credits: Loomis, Noel M. (1905–1969)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Science fiction
- Short stories
- Venus (Planet) -- Fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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