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Jules Férat

    Doktor Ox & spol.
    Les Indes Noires
    A Floating City And The Blockade Runners
    The Fur Country
    Michael Strogoff
    The Mysterious Island
    • The Mysterious Island

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Based on the true story of Alexander Selkirk, who survived alone for almost five years on an uninhabited island off the coast of Chile, The Mysterious Island is considered by many to be Jules Verne's masterpiece. "Wide-eyed mid-nineteenth-century humanistic optimism in a breezy, blissfully readable translation by Stump" (Kirkus Reviews), here is the enthralling tale of five men and a dog who land in a balloon on a faraway, fantastic island of bewildering goings-on and their struggle to survive as they uncover the island's secret.

      The Mysterious Island
      4.2
    • Michael Strogoff

      • 388 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      The narrative follows Michael Strogoff as he embarks on a perilous journey across Siberia to deliver a crucial message to the Russian Czar's brother. Unlike Verne's typical science fiction, this story is grounded in realism, showcasing the challenges and dangers faced during his mission. Through themes of bravery and loyalty, the tale highlights the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

      Michael Strogoff
      4.0
    • The Fur Country

      • 544 pages
      • 20 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of the North West Territories, the story follows Lt. Jasper Hobson and his team from the Hudson's Bay Trading Co. as they journey to Cape Bathurst to establish a new trading post. Accompanying them are Mrs. Paulina Barnett, eager for adventure, and Thomas Black, who aims to witness a solar eclipse the following summer. This expedition intertwines themes of exploration, ambition, and the challenges of navigating the harsh Arctic landscape.

      The Fur Country
      4.0
    • A Floating City And The Blockade Runners

      • 196 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Set during the American Civil War, this adventure novel follows passengers aboard the steamship "Great Eastern," a massive vessel known for its luxury. As they journey across the Atlantic, they become involved in the dangerous world of blockade running, smuggling goods past naval blockades. The narrative is filled with suspense and action, showcasing Jules Verne's signature blend of meticulous research and imaginative storytelling. Readers are taken on an exhilarating voyage filled with high-stakes espionage and thrilling encounters on the high seas.

      A Floating City And The Blockade Runners
      3.0
    • Les Indes Noires

      • 252 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Dans les houillères épuisées d'Aberfoyle en Ecosse, ne vivent plus que le vieux contremaître Simon Ford, sa femme et son fils. L'ancien directeur, l'ingénieur James Starr, reçoit chez lui à Edimbourg, dix ans après la fermeture des mines, un message de Ford : " Si M. Starr veut se rendre demain aux houillères, fosse Dochart, il lui sera fait une communication de nature à l'intéresser... " Quelques heures après, arrive une seconde lettre, non signée : " Inutile à l'ingénieur de se déranger, la lettre de Ford étant maintenant sans objet. " Follement intrigué, James Starr part aussitôt pour Aberfoyle. Au cours de la visite des anciennes galeries, des tentatives de meurtre et des phénomènes étranges se produisent. Cependant, Simon Ford a bel et bien découvert un fabuleux filon ! Mais impossible de revenir ! On a rebouché l'entaille par où Starr, Ford, sa femme et son fils s'étaient glissés ; ils sont enfermés dans la mine ! Les Indes noires : une aventure captivante aux multiples péripéties, comme seul Jules Verne sait les imaginer.

      Les Indes Noires
      3.8
    • Edice Podivuhodná dobrodružství plzeňského Mustangu, věnovaná Julesi Vernovi, měla na začátku roku svůj už devátý svazek. Český čtenář má příležitost se seznámit s povídkovou tvorbou Julese Verna.

      Doktor Ox & spol.
      3.3
    • In diesem Roman geht es um drei Russen und drei Engländer, die in Afrika unterwegs sind, um wissenschaftliche Vermessungen durchzuführen. Der Krimkrieg spaltet die beiden Gruppen, die sich daraufhin trennen. Doch alleine kommt keine der beiden zurecht...§Dies ist ein spannender Abenteuerroman um den Konflikt zwischen Freundschaft und Nationalstolz.

      Abenteuer von drei Russen und drei Engländern in Afrika
      3.1