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Set against the backdrop of uncharted Africa, the story follows Dr. Samuel Fergusson, his servant Joe, and friend Dick Kennedy on a daring 4,000-mile journey in a hydrogen balloon. The novel combines adventure, humor, and scientific exploration, showcasing Verne's signature style with engaging characters and unexpected twists. Its release during a peak interest in African exploration contributed to its immediate success, establishing Verne's reputation and leading to a prolific writing career. Over 150 years later, it continues to captivate readers.
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Five Weeks in a Balloon, Jules Verne
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- Released
- 2022
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jules Verne
- Publisher
- Editorium
- Released
- 2022
- Pages
- 276
- ISBN13
- 9781434104915
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Nature, Adventure, Animals, Science Fiction, Classics, Friendship, Plants, Africa, Courage, Steampunk, Exploratory Journeys, Airships, Researchers and Discoverers
- First published
- 1863
- Original title
- Cinq semaines en ballon
- Rating
- 4.15 out of 5
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of uncharted Africa, the story follows Dr. Samuel Fergusson, his servant Joe, and friend Dick Kennedy on a daring 4,000-mile journey in a hydrogen balloon. The novel combines adventure, humor, and scientific exploration, showcasing Verne's signature style with engaging characters and unexpected twists. Its release during a peak interest in African exploration contributed to its immediate success, establishing Verne's reputation and leading to a prolific writing career. Over 150 years later, it continues to captivate readers.