The Pirate

Edition: First American Edition

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

A high-stakes tale of wealth, power, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of the Middle East. Baydr Al-Fay is a man of immense fortune and influence, raised in the traditions of the desert but educated in the West. As he navigates the volatile world of international oil and finance, he finds himself caught between his loyalty to his heritage and the ruthless demands of global politics. The narrative weaves through the lives of those in Baydr's orbit—his beautiful, troubled daughter, his various mistresses, and his political rivals—culminating in a dramatic confrontation with a group of fanatical skyjackers. The Pirate is a quintessential Harold Robbins saga, blending melodrama with a panoramic view of the world’s elite.