The Silverberg, Robert 1935- creator text utu 2021 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The 13th Immortal" by Robert Silverberg is a science fiction novel written in the late 20th century. The story is set in a dystopian future where the remnants of humanity live under the rule of twelve immortal dukes, created after a global catastrophe. The protagonist, Dale Kesley, struggles with a hazy past and embarks on a journey to Antarctica to uncover his true identity, which may be key to the future of humanity. The narrative intertwines themes of power, identity, and survival in a world steeped in conflict and the remnants of lost technology. The opening of the novel introduces Dale Kesley, a farmer in Iowa Province, who experiences inner turmoil and questions his belonging. He is approached by a mysterious stranger named Dryle van Alen, who reveals that Kesley is the subject of an extensive search and claims that his true home lies in Antarctica, a place shrouded in secrecy. As Kesley grapples with the loss of his past memories and the implications of van Alen’s revelations, he is drawn into a web of intrigue that hints at greater truths waiting to be uncovered. The narrative sets the stage for Kesley's acceptance of a journey that will lead him into the heart of a complex socio-political landscape dominated by immortal rulers and impending change. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2021-06-07 Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Science fiction Antarctica -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65538 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65538 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134519.0 65538