Een Kapitein van Vijftien Jaar / De Walvischjagers

Name: Een Kapitein van Vijftien Jaar / De Walvischjagers
Author: Jules Verne

A small whaling schooner with an undercrewed complement sails the southern oceans; after a disappointing campaign its captain takes aboard a mother, her young son, a relative, and a longtime servant for the long voyage home. The passage turns perilous as whales, storms, and discord lead to shipwreck and desperate survival. The narrative traces the survivors’ efforts to endure and rescue one another, encounters with slave traders, and the coming-of-age of a teenage apprentice who must assume command and confront both moral and nautical challenges.

By Jules Verne

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Jules Verne

Jules Verne was a French novelist and pioneer of science fiction, known for his imaginative and adventurous storytelling. Born in 1828, he is celebrated for his ability to blend scientific concepts with thrilling narratives. Verne's works often explore themes of exploration and human ingenuity, making him a key figure in the literary heritage of the 19th century. His most notable book, "Around the World in Eighty Days," follows the journey of Phileas Fogg as he attempts to circumnavigate the globe in a wager. Other significant titles include "A Journey to the Center of the Earth" and "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea," which have inspired countless adaptations and continue to captivate readers today.