Jules Verne's Early Novels 1864-70, Unabridged, a Journey to the Center of the Earth, from the Earth to the Moon, Round the Moon, the English at the N

by Jules Verne

Overview

Jules Verne was a prolific author, writing 54 novels. He is the second most translated author (Agatha Christie being the first) and is the Father of Science Fiction. The novels have enduring appeal and even though some of the science seems dated the stories are so enthralling that it does not matter. In this volume of his early works are all his novels between 1864 and 1870: A Journey to the Center of the Earth, From the Earth to the Moon, Round the Moon, The English at the North Pole, The Field of Ice (The Adventures of Captain Hatteras Parts I and II), In Search of the Castaways (or The Children of Captain Grant), and Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781781392485
Publisher:	Benediction Books
Publication date:	07/19/2012
Pages:	1112
Product dimensions:	6.69(w) x 9.61(h) x 2.25(d)

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