The Purchase of the North Pole / A sequel to "From the earth to the moon"

Name: The Purchase of the North Pole / A sequel to "From the earth to the moon"
Author: Jules Verne

A visionary industrial consortium purchases the polar territories with the aim of exploiting alleged mineral riches by radically transforming polar conditions through massive engineering. The narrative follows scientific debates and public controversy over a bold proposal to alter the Earth’s orientation by means of gigantic apparatus and explosive operations, weighing technical feasibility against moral and political risks. Detailed plans and large-scale works in distant regions bring engineers, financiers, and skeptics into conflict, and an expeditionary phase leads to tense moments and an unexpected resolution that tests the limits of human ingenuity and responsibility.

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.