Four men set out to prove their mettle by crossing the bright side of Mercury when it is closest to the sun. A feat which no one has ever done and survived. The odds are against them and they will need all of their expertise and courage if they are to succeed. Even that might not be enough.
They laughed at his ideas of heavier-than-air flying machines. But he had the last laugh with the Albatross -- the most incredible flying machine ever built. Lord of the skies, Robur became the would-be conqueror of the world! A fascinating companion to 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, Robur the Conqueror explores many of the same themes.
Those who accept spiritual awakening begin to transcend the physical limitations of their bodies and minds. Connecting with transcendence allows us to shine with a new inner light, to find a divine spark that elevates our being to a new level of existence. But evolution is not achieved by running away from difficulties. Every ladder allows us to climb its steps through a conscious effort that leads us to face the difficulties and problems of life in order to evolve and be worthy of inner growth.