Five Weeks in a Balloon

Author: (French) Jules Verne / Chen Lin
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Jules Verne's . The book tells the story of the mid-19th century, when many explorers, travelers, and geographers wanted to break the "mystery of Africa," but due to natural conditions and other limitations, they could not venture deep into the heart of Africa. Dr. Ferguson came up with a bold plan: to cross Africa by balloon. After making all the necessary preparations, Dr. Ferguson set off with his friend Dick and his servant Joe from the eastern coast of Africa. After a thrilling and arduous journey of five weeks, they finally crossed the African continent and reached the western coast, completing their expedition.