Eighty days around the Earth

Author: Jules Verne
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Phileas Fogg is a gentleman from the upper class of 19th-century British society. On a certain day in 1872, he bet ￡20,000 with the members of the London Reform Club that he could travel around the world in eighty days. The news spread immediately and became a sensation in London and even across the entire United Kingdom at the time, as it was indeed an unbelievable feat under the transportation conditions of that era. The traveler had to keep an exact and unbroken schedule: getting off the train and onto the ship, then getting off the ship and onto the train. Any slight delay could disrupt the entire plan and lead to failure. Despite the numerous challenges, Fogg remained resolute and embarked on his long journey. He traveled across the four continents of Europe, Africa, Asia, and America, overcoming countless natural and man-made obstacles with extraordinary perseverance and clever wit. He finally arrived in London a day ahead of schedule, completing the remarkable feat of traveling around the world in eighty days. This novel not only tells readers a thrilling and engaging story but also showcases the unique customs of various places and introduces a wealth of geographical knowledge.