The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of

Description: The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel by Douglas Brunt This instant New York Times bestselling "dynamic detective story" (The New York Times) reveals the hidden history Rudolf Diesel, one of the worlds greatest inventors, and his mysterious disappearance on the eve of World War I.September 29, 1913: the steamship Dresden is halfway between Belgium and England. On board is one of the most famous men in the world, Rudolf Diesel, whose new internal combustion engine is on the verge of revolutionizing global industry forever. But Diesel never arrives at his destination. He vanishes during the night and headlines around the world wonder if it was an accident, suicide, or murder. After rising from an impoverished European childhood, Diesel had become a multi-millionaire with his powerful engine that does not require expensive petroleum-based fuel. In doing so, he became not only an international celebrity but also the enemy of two extremely powerful men: Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and John D. Rockefeller, the founder of Standard Oil and the richest man in the world. The Kaiser wanted the engine to power a fleet of submarines that would finally allow him to challenge Great Britains Royal Navy. But Diesel had intended for his engine to be used for the betterment of the world. Now, New York Times bestselling author Douglas Brunt reopens the case and provides an "absolutely riveting" (Chris Bohjalian, #1 New York Times bestselling author) new conclusion about Diesels fate. Brunts book is "equal parts Walter Isaacson and Sherlock Holmes, [and] yanks back the curtain on the greatest caper of the 20th century in this riveting history" (Jay Winik, New York Times bestselling author). FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Douglas Brunt is the New York Times bestselling author of The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel and host of the top-rated SiriusXM author podcast Dedicated with Doug Brunt. A Philadelphia native, he lives in Connecticut with his wife and three children. Visit DouglasBrunt.com for more information. Review "Brunt is very good at drawing out the political tensions that swirled around Diesel during his life…A dynamic detective story." —The New York Times"Excellent…a well-researched and well-written biography." —Wall Street Journal"[A] thrilling investigation...Brunts audacious yet surprisingly tenable theory makes for a wildly enjoyable outing." —Publishers Weekly (starred review)"This book is the granddaddy of books that show you something you didnt know about people you do…an odyssey…a terrific who-dunnit, theres everything to love about this book." —Mike Rowe"The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel sheds light on one of the most perplexing mysteries of the twentieth century, and on a man whose invention had the power to threaten empires and change the fate of nations. Written with the intensity of a thriller, this brilliant work will ensure the reader and the world will long remember Rudolf Diesel." —Jack Carr, former Navy SEAL Sniper and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Only the Dead"Equal parts Walter Isaacson and Sherlock Holmes, The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel yanks back the curtain on the greatest caper of the 20th century in this riveting history." —Jay Winik, New York Times best selling author of 1944: FDR and the Year that Changed History"Outstanding—Brunt mixes a historians respect for research with a novelists eye for character, adds fascinating context and connections, and reaches a conclusion worthy of James Bond." —Lee Child, #1 New York Times bestselling author Details ISBN1668034603 Author Douglas Brunt Pages 384 Language English ISBN-10 1668034603 ISBN-13 9781668034606 Format Paperback UK Release Date 2023-09-19 AU Release Date 2024-01-02 Publisher Simon & Schuster Edition Description Export Year 2024 Publication Date 2024-01-03 Imprint Threshold Editions Subtitle Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Alternative 9781982169916 Audience General US Release Date 2024-01-03 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:157806635;

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