Around the World in Eighty Days
Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne, published by Penguin Publishing Group in 2010, is a classic adventure novel that spans 294 pages. The story follows Phileas Fogg, who makes a daring wager at the Reform Club, betting 20,000 pounds that he can circumnavigate the globe in just eighty days. Accompanied by his manservant, Fogg embarks on a journey filled with various modes of transportation, facing numerous challenges along the way, including storms, kidnappings, and the relentless pursuit of Inspector Fix from Scotland Yard.
Readers will find a rich narrative that combines elements of action and adventure, as Fogg navigates through diverse landscapes and encounters unexpected obstacles. The novel explores themes of determination and the spirit of exploration, showcasing Fogg’s resolve to win the wager despite the odds stacked against him. This edition, presented in English, captures the essence of Verne’s storytelling, making it a notable addition to the genres of fiction and classics.
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One ill-fated evening at the Reform Club, Phileas Fogg rashly bets his companions 20,000 pounds that he can travel around the entire globe in just eighty days – and he is determined not to lose. Travelling by train, steamship, sailing boat, sledge and even elephant, the reserved Englishman and his manservant must overcome storms, kidnappings, natural disasters, Sioux attacks and the dogged Inspector Fix of Scotland Yard – who believes that Fogg has robbed the Bank of England – to win the extraordinary wager. Around the World in Eighty Days gripped audiences on its publication and remains hugely popular, combining exploration, adventure and a thrilling race against time.
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