[Pocket Edition] World Classics Library - Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Pocket Edition)

Author: Jules Verne
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is the second book in the famous science fiction trilogy by French writer and "father of science fiction," Jules Verne. The novel depicts French biologist Professor Aronnax being invited aboard a battleship to participate in the pursuit of a legendary "monster" at sea, only to be captured by the "monster." To their astonishment, the so-called "monster" turns out to be an unknown submarine. The submarine's captain, Nemo, invites Professor Aronnax and his two companions on an underwater journey. Along the way, they marvel at the ever-changing and fantastical underwater landscapes and a variety of creatures, while facing numerous dangers. Finally, when the submarine reaches the coast of Norway, Aronnax and his companions secretly escape, revealing the secrets of the ocean that they had discovered. The novel is full of suspense, thrilling climaxes, and engaging storytelling. Amidst the captivating plot and vivid descriptions of the underwater world, it embodies a clear sense of love and hatred, as well as extensive geographical knowledge, allowing readers to experience both immense intellectual pleasure and the wonder of nature and the power of science. His (Verne) purpose was to summarize all the knowledge accumulated by modern science in fields such as geography, geology, physics, and astronomy, and to retell history in his unique and enchanting way. —ézra (France) Modern science is merely the process of bringing Verne's prophecies to life. —Léonard de Vries (France)