Around the World in Eighty Days
3.8
(96)
Jules Verne
Often regarded as Verne's greatest non-science fiction adventure story, "Around the World in 80 Days" is a thrill ride from start to finish. Meet Phileas Fogg, a wealthy British gentleman who proclaims that with a new railroad in India, it is now possible to travel around the globe in 80 days. In response, his friends at the Reform Club challenge him to complete the feat and wager 20,000 pounds (a fortune at the time). Fogg accepts and embarks on the journey with his servant, Jean Passepartout. Along the way, he is faced with a series of both moral and physical obstacles. Whether you are a first time reader or a seasoned Verne veteran, this early edition of Phileas Fogg's adventure is a can't miss gem of fiction. Littered with dozens of beautiful illustrations, this novel will keep you right in the midst of the excitement. Grab your ticket and accompany the adventurers as you embark on a journey around the world.
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Author
Jules Verne
Pages
315
Publisher
Osgood
Published Date
1873
Ratings
Google: 4.5
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"A bit heavy on the empirialist ideals, but very fun in the perfectly restrained yet madcap adventure."
Savannah Riches
"It had it’s funny parts but I would rather watch the movie. "
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Amanda C
"In contrast to Verne's 2,000 Leagues under the Sea, i thoroughly enjoyed this book. I knew the main plot because of movies, but had never read the book. I am uncertain if this was an unabridged version due to finding it in the teen section at the library, but regardless, I'm glad I picked it up. The book conveys geographical and cultural facts and ideas without making the book drab and tedious. The descriptions of Passepartout and his zest and zeal in contrast to the always cool rationale of Phileas Fogg are delightful, somehow endearing me to both of them more as the book goes on. The other characters also develop nicely as they try to keep up and are continually confounded by Mr. Fogg and his peculiar way of living his life. Though predictable and painfully consistent, he somehow keeps his companions guessing. I'd say more but at the risk of spoilers, I simply say, I recommend. :)"
Jessica English-Ramsay
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