Le tour du monde en quatre-vingts jours

Name: Le tour du monde en quatre-vingts jours
Author: Jules Verne

Un gentleman méthodique accepte un pari qui l'oblige à faire le tour du monde en quatre-vingts jours et part avec son domestique récemment engagé. Leur voyage combine trains programmés, paquebots et moyens de transport improvisés, tandis que retards et incidents mettent à l'épreuve leur calendrier. Un inspecteur de police les suit, persuadé de la culpabilité du voyageur, et ajoute des obstacles judiciaires. En chemin ils font face à rencontres culturelles, dangers naturels et choix moraux, et un sauvetage modifie la composition du groupe. Le récit mêle épisodes de voyage vifs, péripéties et suspense sur l'issue du pari.

By Jules Verne

Open in WeRead Explore More Books Like This

Adventure Classics of Literature French Literature Novels

About This Book

About the Author

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.