Jules Verne Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea Children's Classics HC 1972
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Jules Verne Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea Children's Classics HC 1972. Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea is a classic science fiction novel by Jules Verne, published in 1870. They travel the globe, witnessing incredible underwater sights, while grappling with their captivity and Nemo's mysterious motives. Jules Verne, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, Children's Classics, Doubleday Hard cover 1972, has inscription inside cover, no dust jacket, very good condition. Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea is a classic science fiction novel by Jules Verne, published in 1870, about a journey aboard the submarine Nautilus, commanded by the enigmatic Captain Nemo. Narrated by Professor Pierre Aronnax, the story follows him, his servant Conseil, and harpooner Ned Land as they explore the world's oceans after being taken captive by Nemo, encountering wonders and dangers beneath the waves. The novel is celebrated for its imaginative technology, detailed descriptions of marine life, and themes of isolation, revenge, and the conflict between humanity and nature. Key aspects of the novel: Plot: After a mysterious sea monster attacks their ship, Professor Aronnax, Conseil, and Ned Land are rescued by Captain Nemo and become prisoners on his advanced submarine, the Nautilus. They travel the globe, witnessing incredible underwater sights, while grappling with their captivity and Nemo's mysterious motives. Characters: Captain Nemo: A brilliant but misanthropic and vengeful figure, isolated from the world. Professor Pierre Aronnax: The narrator, a marine biologist fascinated by the underwater world. Conseil: Aronnax's loyal servant. Ned Land: A hot-tempered harpooner who constantly plots his escape. Themes: The novel explores the wonders and dangers of the deep sea, the isolation of its captain, the conflict between science and nature, and the power of human imagination. Significance: Considered a foundational work of science fiction, it accurately predicted technologies like submarines and scuba gear decades before they existed. The title refers to the distance traveled, not the depth.
