Around the World in Eighty Days
By Jules Verne
Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne"Around the World in Eighty Days," a novel by Jules Verne, follows wealthy Englishman Phileas Fogg, who lives a precise, modest life in London. After learning of a new railway section in India, Fogg bets £20,000 he can travel around the world in 80 days. Accompanied by his valet, Jean Passepartout, Fogg embarks on a thrilling journey across continents and oceans. The novel, first published in French in 1872, is celebrated for its adventure, geographical detail, and the dynamic between Fogg and Passepartout, making it a timeless classic[1†][2†][3†].
Summary
"Around the World in Eighty Days" by Jules Verne is a captivating adventure novel that takes readers on an exhilarating journey across continents and oceans. The unflappable Phileas Fogg, a wealthy English gentleman living a solitary life in London, embarks on a daring wager: to circumnavigate the globe in 80 days. Accompanied by his newly employed French valet, Jean Passepartout, Fogg sets out to win a bet of £20,000 (equivalent to £1.9 million in 2019) set by his friends at the Reform Club. Their journey spans diverse landscapes, from bustling cities to treacherous seas, as they race against time to complete the challenge[1†][2†][3†].
Verne’s meticulous attention to geographical details and the interplay between Fogg and Passepartout make "Around the World in Eighty Days" a timeless classic. The novel highlights the spirit of adventure, the thrill of exploration, and the challenges of time constraints. Fogg’s unwavering determination and Passepartout’s resourcefulness captivate readers, while the vivid descriptions of exotic locales immerse them in the journey.
At its core, "Around the World in Eighty Days" explores themes of perseverance, adaptability, and the human desire for discovery. As Fogg and Passepartout encounter unexpected obstacles, they learn valuable lessons about friendship, cultural diversity, and the resilience of the human spirit.
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References and Citations:
- Wikipedia (English) - Around the World in Eighty Days [website] - link
- Britannica - Around the World in Eighty Days: novel by Verne [website] - link
- Jules Verne - AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 EIGHTY DAYS JULES VERNE'S CLASSIC PHILLEAS FOGG [website] - link
- Goodreads - Book: Around the World in Eighty Days [website] - link
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