The Greatest Works of Jules Verne (eBook)
6079 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739119-7 (EAN)
Jules Verne's prolific career was fueled by the zeitgeist of the Industrial Revolution and the era's fascination with exploration and technology. Born in the port city of Nantes, France, his proximity to the sea may have inspired the maritime themes prevalent in his work. A trained lawyer turned writer, Verne's deep research and passion for innovation allowed him to foresee the potential of science and its implications for the future. His writing not only entertained but educated his readers, offering a glimpse into the realm of possibility that laid beyond the horizons of contemporary scientific understanding.
'The Greatest Works of Jules Verne' is thus a testament to the enduring legacy of a man whose visions leap from the page with the vigor and the foresight of prophecy. Scholars and adventure-seekers alike will find in this collection a treasure trove of narratives that challenge the limits of the imagination. It is highly recommended for readers who revel in the exploration of both the natural world and the potentialities of human innovation, offering an experience that is as intellectually stimulating as it is entertaining.
Jules Verne (1828–1905), a French novelist, poet, and playwright, is often referred to as the 'Father of Science Fiction.' With his works characterized by profound foresight into technological innovations, Verne penned a multitude of adventure novels infused with educational elements, which was a distinctive feature of his literary style. Perhaps his most acclaimed oeuvre, 'The Greatest Works of Jules Verne,' encompasses seminal classics such as 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea,' 'Journey to the Center of the Earth,' and 'Around the World in Eighty Days.' These masterpieces exemplify Verne's visionary genius, introducing inventions and concepts that were far ahead of his time, all the while engaging readers with vivid characters and gripping plots. His writings were not only sources of entertainment but also speculated on the scientific possibilities of the future, thus influencing generations of readers and sparking curiosity about the world's mysteries and the potential of human innovation. Verne's remarkable contribution to literature and his impact on the genre of science fiction are celebrated worldwide, as his books continue to captivate audiences, bridging the realms of academia and popular culture.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 13.11.2022 |
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Übersetzer | N. D'Anvers, George Makepeace Towle, Frederick Amadeus Malleson, Lewis Page Mercier, W. G. Hanna, A. Estoclet, Virginia Champlin, W.H.G. Kingston, Eleanor E. King |
Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Anthologien |
Schlagworte | 19th century literature • adventure novels • Arthur C. Clarke • classic science fiction • exploration fiction • French authors • Game of Thrones • Harry Potter • H. G. Wells • ISAAC ASIMOV • jules verne collection • literary masterpieces • Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard • Mark Twain • Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children • speculative fiction classics • steampunk origins • The Atlantis Gene • The Martian • Victorian era science fiction |
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