A Voyage in a Balloon

by Jules Verne, United Holdings Group (Created by)

Overview

A Voyage in a Balloon is a short adventure story written by Jules Verne and first published in 1852. Futuristic technologies and expeditions into the future, this is a scintillating collection by Verne. The work combines sights of the future as well as bird’s eye view of the contemporary era. This brilliant work by the author is the example of his genius and creative abilities.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781612981475
Publisher:	United Holdings Group
Publication date:	01/08/2011
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	153 KB

About the Author

Widely regarded as the father of modern science fiction, Jules Verne (1828-1905) wrote more than seventy books and created hundreds of memorable characters. His most popular novel, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, is not only a brilliant piece of scientific prophecy, but also a thrilling story with superb, subtle characterizations.

Date of Birth:

February 8, 1828

Date of Death:

March 24, 1905

Place of Birth:

Nantes, France

Place of Death:

Amiens, France

Education:

Nantes lycée and law studies in Paris