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Around the World in 80 Days
Book • 1873
Jules Verne's "Around the World in 80 Days" follows the adventurous journey of Phileas Fogg, an English gentleman, who wagers he can circumnavigate the globe in 80 days.
Accompanied by his French valet, Passepartout, Fogg embarks on a thrilling race against time, encountering various challenges and exciting adventures along the way.
The novel explores themes of adventure, determination, and the clash between tradition and modernity.
Verne's detailed descriptions of different cultures and landscapes add to the story's immersive quality.
The novel's enduring popularity stems from its captivating plot and timeless themes.
Accompanied by his French valet, Passepartout, Fogg embarks on a thrilling race against time, encountering various challenges and exciting adventures along the way.
The novel explores themes of adventure, determination, and the clash between tradition and modernity.
Verne's detailed descriptions of different cultures and landscapes add to the story's immersive quality.
The novel's enduring popularity stems from its captivating plot and timeless themes.
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Carl Pullein when discussing the importance of rules and routines, drawing parallels to the structured lifestyle of characters in the book.
Carl Pullein when discussing the importance of rules and routines, drawing parallels to the structured lifestyle of characters in the book.
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Mentioned by Mark Miodownik in relation to Nelly Bly's journey around the world, inspired by the book.
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Mentioned by Kent Covington when discussing Nellie Bly's attempt to circle the globe faster than Phileas Fogg in Jules Verne's novel.
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