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Verne's Best: Five Weeks in a Balloon: Illustrated Classic
SeaWolf Press is proud to offer another book in its Jules Verne Collection, "Five Weeks in a Balloon, or, Journeys and Discoveries in Africa by Three Englishmen," an adventure novel published in 1863. This edition features 80 original illustrations from the 1863 first edition, making the book enjoyable to read. Each book in the collection contains the text, illustrations, and cover from the first or an early edition, and the text has been meticulously proofread to avoid errors common in other versions. The book's beautiful cover replicates an early edition, adding to the authentic reading experience.
Jules Verne's "Five Weeks in a Balloon" helped the author perfect his storytelling skills, skillfully blending a plot full of adventure and twists that captivate the reader's interest with passages of technical, geographic, and historical descriptions. The novel gives readers a glimpse of the exploration of Africa, a continent that was still not completely known to Europeans at the time, as explorers traveled across the continent in search of its secrets.
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The story follows the journey of three Englishmen who embark on a hot-air balloon expedition across Africa. The novel's protagonist, Dr. Samuel Fergusson, is a skilled scientist and adventurer who, along with his companions, Joe and Dick Kennedy, set out to cross the African continent from east to west using a hydrogen-filled balloon. The three men face numerous challenges and obstacles, including treacherous weather conditions, encounters with hostile native tribes, and the ever-present danger of mechanical failures in their airborne vehicle.
As the journey unfolds, the characters navigate through uncharted territories, make remarkable discoveries, and gain a deeper understanding of the African continent and its people. Verne's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to blend scientific facts with captivating storytelling create a rich and immersive reading experience for the audience.
Overall, this edition of "Five Weeks in a Balloon" offers readers a chance to enjoy Verne's classic adventure novel in a beautifully presented format, complete with the original illustrations that enhance the story's visual impact. Whether you are a longtime fan of Jules Verne or a newcomer to his work, this edition is sure to captivate and transport you to the heart of the African continent.
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| Attribute | Value | ||||
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| publisher | SeaWolf Press (September 9, 2020) | ||||
| language | English | ||||
| paperback | 296 pages | ||||
| isbn_10 | 1953649114 | ||||
| isbn_13 | 978-1953649119 | ||||
| item_weight | 16 ounces | ||||
| dimensions | 6 x 0.74 x 9 inches | ||||
| best_sellers_rank | #221,126 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #6,987 in Classic Literature & Fiction #20,931 in Science Fiction (Books) | ||||
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