Jules Verne
Jules Verne, born on February 8, 1828, in Nantes, France, is often regarded as one of the pioneers of science fiction. His imaginative storytelling and visionary ideas captivated readers during the 19th century and continue to inspire countless writers and filmmakers today. Verne's works, infused with adventure and innovation, often feature remarkable journeys to uncharted territories and explorations of the wonders of technology. With a background in law and a passion for literature, he began writing plays and novels that would eventually lead to his most famous works, including "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" and "Journey to the Center of the Earth."
As you delve into Verne's captivating narratives, you'll find a world brimming with adventure, curiosity, and the possibilities of human ingenuity. His stories not only entertain but also provoke thought about the future of exploration and the boundaries of science. We invite you to explore the rich tapestry of Verne's work in the app, where each tale opens the door to extraordinary experiences and timeless themes that resonate even today.
Dick Sands the Boy Captain
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Dick Sands, a youth of fifteen, must assume command of a ship after the disappearance of its captain. Nature’s forces combined with evil doi…
Doctor Ox's Experiment
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An early, light-hearted short story, published in 1872 by Jules Verne. It takes place in the Flemish town of Quiquendone, where life moves a…
Around the World in Eighty Days
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Around the World in Eighty Days (French: Le tour du monde en quatre-vingts jours) is a classic adventure novel by the French writer Jules Ve…
Around the World in Eighty Days (Dramatic Reading)
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In London, 1872, a rich English gentlemen named Mr. Phileas Fogg argues with the members in the Reform Club, and takes on a journey around t…
Kéraban-le-têtu
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Kéraban-le-Têtu est un roman de Jules Verne paru en 1883, décrivant les tribulations d'un vendeur de tabac turc (K&eacut…
Off on a Comet
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The story starts with a comet that touches the Earth in its flight and collects a few small chunks of it. Some forty people of various natio…
Reise nach dem Mittelpunkt der Erde
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Hamburg, 1863. Der Geologe Professor Otto Lidenbrock entdeckt in einem mehrere hundert Jahre alten Buch eine verschlüsselte Schrift, di…
Celebrated Travels and Travellers, vol. 1
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The famous writer of great adventure stories Jules Verne wrote also several lesser known, but good non-fiction works. "Celebrated trave…
The Mysterious Island (version 2)
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The book tells the adventures of five Americans on an uncharted island in the South Pacific. The story begins in the American Civil War, dur…
The Adventures of Captain Hatteras, Part 1: The English at the North Pole
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The novel, set in 1861, describes adventures of British expedition led by Captain John Hatteras to the North Pole. Hatteras is convinced tha…
Le Pays des fourrures
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En 1959, des officiers de la Compagnie de la Baie d'Hudson sont chargés d'aller fonder un fort au nord du 70e parallèle, au-de…
La Vuelta Al Mundo En Ochenta Dias
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Phíleas Fogg – noble ingles – apuesta con sus amigos del club que realizara en 80 días la vuelta al mundo. Parte, en efecto, c…
20.000 Mijlen onder Zee
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Kapitein Nemo, de Nautilus en de mysterieuze diepten van de oceaan: Onvergetelijk. Kom mee op een avontuur langs de pracht van koraal en par…
The Steam House
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Jules Verne is back with another action-packed adventure--this time in India with a steam-powered elephant! Maucler, Captain Hood, Banks, an…
Les Enfants du capitaine Grant
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Lord et Lady Glenarvan font une excursion au large de Glasgow à bord de leur yacht. L'équipage pêche un requin dans le v…
Un Expreso Del Futuro Narrado Por Fabiola Duarte
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Un hombre que sueña con un tren que va de Boston a Liverpool.
The Tribulations of a Chinaman in China
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The rich and phlegmatic Kin-Fo loses his fortune and decides to die, but not before experiencing some strong emotions. He asks his friend Wa…
The Adventures of Captain Hatteras, Part 2: The Field of Ice
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The novel, set in 1861, describes adventures of British expedition led by Captain John Hatteras to the North Pole. Hatteras is convinced tha…
Topsy-Turvy
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Topsy Turvy is a translation of Sans dessus dessous (1889) . This anonymous translation was first published by J. G. Ogilvie (New York, 1890…
From the Earth to the Moon, Version 2
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Jules Verne takes aim at some amusing stereotypes of Americans in this story of a pre-rocketry attempt to shoot a cannonball to the Moon. Th…