Dive into a captivating pulp science fiction tale from 1940, originally published in Planet Stories. Imagine discovering the secret of immortality in 1423 and living until the 20th century‚Aîonly to find that your survival comes at a dire cost. For Carlyle, the price of eternal life is steep he must take the life of a woman who loves him. As he navigates the uncharted star-seas, he is not just seeking adventure but also the embrace of Death, as he hunts for the treasures hidden among long-lost space galleons. Will he fulfill his dark destiny? - Summary by Phil Chenevert