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The Jules Verne Collection: Boxed Set

The Jules Verne Collection: Boxed Set

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The Jules Verne Collection [Boxed Set]

ISBN-13 9781665934381
ISBN-10 1665934387
Author Jules Verne
Binding Paperback Boxed Set
Publisher Aladdin
Publication Date June 25, 2024
Subjects Classic Literature, Science Fiction, Adventure, Historical Fiction

Extended Synopsis

Set off on unbelievable adventures with eight of Jules Verne’s most popular adventure and science fiction novels in this visually arresting seven-volume paperback collectible boxed set. This definitive collection features foundational works of speculative fiction, including the subterranean expedition in Journey to the Center of the Earth, the ambitious lunar voyage in From the Earth to the Moon and Around the Moon, and the thrilling oceanic encounters aboard the Nautilus in Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Readers will also race against time alongside Phileas Fogg in Around the World in 80 Days, survive a cosmic collision in Off on a Comet, and unravel the secrets of uncharted territories in In Search of the Castaways and The Mysterious Island. Bursting with visionary engineering, global exploration, and daring escapes, this set captures the boundless imagination of a literary master.

Target Audience & Reader Targeting

This comprehensive collection is perfect for longtime fans of classic literature, academic scholars of early science fiction, and new readers eager to experience the foundational works of the adventure genre. It serves as an excellent addition to educational curricula, family libraries, and the shelves of anyone captivated by visionary storytelling, 19th-century technological optimism, and global exploration.

Author Biography

Jules Verne (1828–1905) was a prolific French novelist, poet, and playwright best known for his pioneering contributions to the science fiction and adventure genres. Often referred to as the "Father of Science Fiction," Verne possessed an uncanny ability to anticipate future technological advancements, vividly imagining submarines, space travel, and global circumnavigation long before they became practical realities. His enduring legacy is cemented by his Voyages extraordinaires series, which continues to inspire generations of readers, writers, and explorers worldwide.

Accolades & Awards

  • Jules Verne is recognized globally as the second most-translated author in the world, ranking between Agatha Christie and William Shakespeare.
  • Features some of the most influential and widely read adventure novels in literary history, establishing the framework for modern science fiction.
  • These timeless classics have inspired countless stage, film, television, and theme park adaptations over the past century.

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