Around the World in Eighty Days

Jules Verne

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English

Miscellaneous
01 June 2016

Classic fiction (pre c 1945); Children's & Educational

Series: Puffin Classics

One night Phileas Fogg bets his companions that he can travel across the world in just eighty days and the very next day sets out from the port of Dover with his servant Passeportout to achieve his aim.

In Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne, Phileas Fogg bets his companions that he can travel across the world in just eighty days and the very next day sets out from the port of Dover with his servant Passeportout to achieve his aim. Passing through exotic lands and dangerous places, they seize whatever transportation is at hand - whether train or elephant - always racing against the clock.

There are many alarms and surprises along the way - and a last minute setback that makes all the difference between winning and losing. Jules Verne's exciting adventure has been delighting generations of readers of all ages.

By: Jules Verne
Imprint: Miscellaneous
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 30
Dimensions: Height: 178mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 202g
ISBN: 9780141366296
ISBN 10: 014136629X
Series: Puffin Classics
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 01 June 2016
Recommended Age: From 9 to 13 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jules Verne (1828-1905) was born in Nantes, France. His father wanted him to study Law, but Jules preferred theatre and writing. Known as the pioneer of science fiction, his best-known novels include Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (1869) and Around the World in Eighty Days (1873).