Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
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Experience the wonderful adventures of Captain Nemo and his futuristic vessel in Jules Verne's literary masterpiece, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Written in 1870, this prophetic novel takes readers... Read more
Experience the wonderful adventures of Captain Nemo and his futuristic vessel in Jules Verne's literary masterpiece, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Written in 1870, this prophetic novel takes readers on a journey through underwater marvels such as Antarctic ice shelves, Red Sea coral wreckage, and the mythical city of Atlantis. From battling giant squid to confronting cannibals, this captivating story continues to inspire writers and readers of all ages.
Description
Jules Verne was a French novelist who had a passion for exploring the world's hidden regions. In his prophetic adventure novel, written well before the development of the deep-water submarine, he describes a fabulous underwater craft commanded by the brilliant and mysterious Captain Nemo.
The story is full of marvelous scientific achievements combined with common everyday events. It brims with intricate descriptions of a futuristic vessel and bizarre scenes of life on the ocean's bottom. The sights include Red Sea coral wreckage from a historic naval battle, Antarctic ice shelves, and the mythical city of Atlantis. The rousing adventures range from a confrontation with a giant squid to an encounter with belligerent cannibals.
Verne's literary masterpiece, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, influenced H. G. Wells and generations of writers. It inspired numerous films and continues to captivate readers of all ages.
Information
Subject: Language Arts
Grade: Grade 3-Grade 7
Brand: Dover Publications
Publisher Date: 09/13/2017
Author: Jules Verne
Dimensions: 8.00 x 5.00
UPC: 9780486817941
Ages: 8-12
Pages: 464
