Around The Moon

Verne, Jules

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Verne, Jules

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9798341460973

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Around the Moon, written by Jules Verne in 1870, is a thrilling sequel to From the Earth to the Moon that continues the journey of space exploration and scientific discovery. Picking up where its predecessor left off, the novel follows the daring trio-Impey Barbicane, Michel Ardan, and Captain Nicholl-as they hurtle through space inside the projectile that was launched by the colossal cannon in the first book.

This story delves deeper into the scientific and technical details of the voyage, as the three men face the perils of zero gravity, extreme temperatures, and the vast emptiness of space while navigating their way around the Moon. As they float weightlessly inside their metal shell, they observe the Moon's rugged landscape through tiny portholes, recording every detail of its craters, mountains, and valleys, while calculating the possibility of landing on its mysterious surface. Along the way, they grapple with life-and-death situations and philosophical questions about humanity's place in the universe, the limits of science, and the nature of exploration itself.

Verne's novel is a masterful blend of scientific speculation and high adventure, immersing readers in a meticulously imagined journey through space decades before actual spaceflight became a reality. His vivid descriptions and attention to scientific plausibility make the novel both educational and engaging, while the camaraderie and conflicts among Barbicane, Ardan, and Nicholl add an emotional depth to the story. Around the Moon explores themes of ambition, human curiosity, and the allure of the unknown, making it a timeless classic that captures the spirit of discovery.

This edition preserves Verne's vivid narrative and keen scientific insights while updating the language for modern readers. By maintaining the balance between technical detail and imaginative storytelling, it offers a fresh take on one of the earliest and most influential works of science fiction, making Around the Moon a must-read for fans of adventure, astronomy, and classic literature.

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Produktinformasjon

ISBN/Varenr: 9798341460973
Utgivelsesdato: 07.10.2024
Utgivelsesår: 2024
Forlag: Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp
Innbinding: Heftet
Språk: Engelsk
Personer: Petault, David, Verne, Jules
Litteraturtype: Skjønnlitteratur
Emne: Fiction / Science Fiction
Målgruppe: Voksne
Aldersgrense: 0
Opplag: 0
Utgave: 0
Illustrert: Nei
Sider: 214