Jules Verne

From the Earth to the Moon; and, Round the Moon (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"From the Earth to the Moon; and, Round the Moon" by Jules Verne is a seminal work of science fiction that follows the ambitious efforts of the Baltimore Gun Club to launch a projectile to the moon. Led by President Barbicane, the club constructs a colossal cannon, the Columbiad, to achieve this daring feat. In the first part, "From the Earth to the Moon," the novel chronicles the meticulous planning and construction of the cannon, while the sequel, "Round the Moon," details the exhilarating journey of Barbicane, Captain Nicholl, and Michel Ardan aboard the projectile as they voyage through space. Verne's imaginative narrative captures the excitement and wonder of early space exploration, offering readers a thrilling glimpse into a future where humanity ventures beyond the confines of Earth. With its blend of scientific speculation and adventure, the novel remains a classic of the genre, inspiring generations of readers with its vision of space travel.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: True Sign Publishing House
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Februar 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789362534408
• Artikelnr.: 73569896

Autorenporträt

Jules Verne was a French writer, born on 8 February 1828 in Nantes, France. He is widely regarded as one of the founding fathers of science fiction, creating some of the most imaginative and influential stories in the genre. Verne's writing is known for its attention to scientific detail, imaginative plotlines and vivid descriptions of the natural world. His work has had a lasting impact on popular culture and inspired generations of readers, filmmakers and other artists. Some of Verne's most famous works include Journey to the Centre of the Earth, Around the World in Eighty Days and Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Seas. He died on 24 March 1905 in Amiens, France, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest writers in the history of science fiction.

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