Jules Verne, a pioneering French author, is celebrated for his visionary contributions to science fiction. His imaginative novels explored realms of space, air, and underwater travel long before such feats were technologically possible. As one of history's most translated authors, Verne's captivating narratives and adventurous spirit continue to resonate, influencing countless adaptations and inspiring readers with glimpses of the future.
Offers a simplified version of the story of five Union prisoners of war who escape from a Confederate prison camp in a hot-air balloon, only to crash land on an unknown island where they must learn to survive on their own.
Collecting Five Weeks in a Balloon, Around the World in Eighty Days, A Journey to the Center of the Earth, From the Earth to the Moon, Round the Moon, Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under the Sea and The Mysterious Island, this title offers a compilation of seven of Jules Verne's Voyages.
The Works of Jules Verne: 3 Books in 1 - Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea - A Journey to the Center of the Earth - Around the World in Eighty Days
With an exclusive introduction and notes by David Stuart Davies. Translation by Louis Mercier. Professor Aronnax, his faithful servant, Conseil, and the Canadian harpooner, Ned Land, begin an extremely hazardous voyage to rid the seas of a little-known and terrifying sea monster. However, the "monster" turns out to be a giant submarine, commanded by the mysterious Captain Nemo, by whom they are soon held captive. So begins not only one of the great adventure classics by Jules Verne, the 'Father of Science Fiction', but also a truly fantastic voyage from the lost city of Atlantis to the South Pole.
In 1878 appeared Dick Sands, the epic of the slave trade. This picture of the wilds of Africa, its adventures and its dangers, the savage hunting both of beasts and men, has always been a favorite among Verne's readers.It contains no marvels, no inventions, but merely, amid stirring scenes and actions seeks to convey two truthful impressions. One is the traveler's teaching the geographical information, the picture of Africa as explorers, botanists, and zoologists have found it. The other is the moral lesson of the awful curse of slavery, its brutalizing, horrible influence upon all who come in touch with it, and the absolutely devastating effect it has had upon Africa itself.
A thrilling race against time unfolds as Phileas Fogg embarks on a global journey using various modes of transport, including foot, camel, boat, and train. His determination to complete the trip in 80 days is challenged by a mysterious figure shadowing his every move. The story combines adventure with suspense, as Fogg navigates obstacles and the relentless ticking of the clock.
Two classic tales by Jules Verne. Great 2 Jule Verne books to read.
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