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The End of the Road

The End of the Road

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Des Kelly, an Oxford professor, develops a sustainable energy technology that can make the global oil industry obsolete. He faces competition from international vested interests who want to control his research. Kelly's ambition is to control the timing and circumstances of his death by enrolling with a voluntary euthanasia company. He mentors a young Russian scientist who helps accelerate the commercial application of his innovation. The process leads him to confront his beliefs and insecurities, and he finds contentment in his most important finding.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 403 pages
Publication date: 28 January 2022
Publisher: Troubador Publishing


Life is a journey, a winding path that we all embark upon. But what happens when we reach the end of the road? For one remarkable individual, the answer lies in the development of a groundbreaking technology that has the potential to transform the world.

Des Kelly, an esteemed Oxford professor nearing the end of his life, was plagued by the devastating effects of environmental pollution and global warming. Determined to make a difference, he embarked on a quest to create a sustainable energy solution that could address these pressing issues.

After years of tireless research and experimentation, Kelly's discovery emerged: a technology that could replace the global oil industry and mitigate the devastating impact of fossil fuels on our planet. His innovation promised a cleaner, greener future, free from the harmful consequences of pollution and climate change.

But the road to success was not without its challenges. International vested interests, recognizing the immense potential of Kelly's technology, competed fiercely to control it and acquire his research through persuasion and harassment. They saw it as a game-changer that could revolutionize the global economy and wield immense power.

Kelly, however, was not deterred. He knew that his discovery had the potential to benefit humanity and that it was his moral obligation to share it with the world. He refused to be swayed by the demands of those who sought to exploit it for their own gain.

As the stakes grew higher, Kelly found himself facing his own imminent mortality. He knew that he had limited time to make his vision a reality. In a selfless act, he enrolled with a voluntary euthanasia company, seeking to control the timing and circumstances of his death.

But his decision was not without its consequences. It affected his family, friends, work colleagues, and even people he had never met in different parts of the world. The process of preparation forced him to confront some of his innermost beliefs and insecurities, but it also led him to his most important finding—what happens after death?

Kelly's journey was a testament to the human spirit's resilience and determination. It showed that even in the face of adversity, we can make a difference and leave a lasting legacy. His technology, once controlled by international vested interests, became a beacon of hope for a world struggling with environmental degradation and climate change.

In the end, Kelly's story serves as a reminder that life is not just about the journey we take, but about the impact we make along the way. It is about pursuing our passions, making a positive difference in the world, and leaving a lasting legacy that will inspire future generations. As we embark on our own journeys, let us remember the lessons of Des Kelly and strive to make the world a better place for ourselves and those we come into contact with.

Weight: 570g
Dimension: 138 x 217 x 56 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800465572

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