Baštinici

Baštinici

Harold Robbins

The novel The Inheritors (1969) by Harold Robbins, a bestselling American author, is a dynamic saga of power, ambition, and intrigue in the world of the film and television industry.

Set in the 1960s, the novel follows Stephen Gaunt, a charismatic and ruthless tycoon who takes control of the major film company Sinclair Broadcasting Corporation. Gaunt, a former journalist and producer, uses his intelligence and manipulation to consolidate power while dealing with rivals, financial crises and personal demons.

The story intertwines with a series of characters whose fates reflect the glamor and immorality of Hollywood: producers, actresses, investors and lovers. Gaunt's struggle for dominance includes clashes with former mentors, such as Sam Benjamin, and complicated relationships with women, including an aspiring actress and a former lover. The novel explores themes of greed, betrayal and the price of success, depicting a world where loyalty and morality are often sacrificed for fame and fortune.

Robbins' style is fast-paced, sensationalist and steeped in melodrama, with an emphasis on sex, power and dramatic plots. The heirs offer a glimpse into a world of high stakes, where dreams of success are crushed under the weight of corruption and ambition. Through Gaunt's story, Robbins paints a portrait of an industry in transition, from old Hollywood to the modern television era, making the novel appealing to fans of fast-paced and exciting prose.

Original title
The Inheritors
Translation
Omer Lakomica
Editor
Zlatko Crnković
Dimensions
20 x 12 cm
Pages
379
Publisher
Znanje, Zagreb, 1986.
 
Latin alphabet. Paperback.
Language: Croatian.

One copy is available

Condition:Used, good condition (visible signs of use)
Damages or inconvenience notice:
  • Slight damage to the cover
  • Damaged back
  • Yellowed pages
 

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