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Master Zacharius is a brilliant scientist, a master of his craft, and a man whose pride knows no bounds. He has achieved the remarkable feat of accurately regulating time, a power that seems almost divine. But as his own time dwindles and his legacy hangs in the balance, what choices will he make? Join Zachary Katz-Stein on a riveting journey that explores the intersection of ambition, mortality, and the quest for immortality.

When an eccentric Englishman named Phileas Fogg makes a daring wager that he can circle the globe in just eighty days, it’s the beginning of a breathlessly-paced world tour. With his devoted servant Passepartout at his side, Fogg sets off on an adventurous journey filled with amazing encounters and wild mishaps. Pursued all the way by the bumbling Detective Fix, who believes the two travelers are bank robbers on the run, Fogg and Passepartout must use every means of transportation known to 19th-century man - including a hot-air balloon, a locomotive, and an elephant - to win the bet.

Bei einem gemeinsamen Dinner im Reform Club erzählt Kapitän Nemo Phileas Fogg eine Geschichte aus der Zeit, bevor sich die beiden zum ersten Mal begegnet sind. Der Ingenieur Schmidt, die Reporterin Gillian Spilett, das Fräulein Hilma Braun, der Seemann Pencroff und der Harpuniere Maatene Huatare fliehen mit einem Ballon von der Insel Naoero. Ein gefährlicher Sturm bringt sie vom Kurs ab und lässt sie auf einer scheinbar unbewohnten Insel stranden. Der Ingenieur Schmidt wird von der Gruppe getrennt und verschwindet spurlos.

Der Gentleman Phileas Fogg wettet, dass er die Welt in nur 80 Tagen umrunden kann – und beginnt mit seinem treuen Diener Passepartout eine atemraubende Reise. Mit Eisenbahn, Dampfschiff, Elefant & Heißluftballon geht es quer durch Kontinente – ein packender Wettlauf gegen die Zeit, bei dem Abenteuer, Kulturbegegnungen und britischer Humor nicht zu kurz kommen. In 80 Tagen um die Welt zählt zu den bekanntesten Romanen von Jules Verne – ein Klassiker der Abenteuerliteratur, voller Spannung, Entdeckerlust und überraschender Wendungen.

A thrilling new BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of Jules Verne's classic novel. 'Descend, bold traveller into the crater of the Jokul of Snæfell, which the shadow of Scartaris touches before the kalends of July and you will attain the centre of the earth. Which I have done.'

In this sequel to From the Earth to the Moon, Barbicane, Ardan, and Nicholl have decided to take a trip around the moon. But first they have to get to the moon from Earth. Will their trip succeed as they attempt to dodge asteroids and realize that the scientists on Earth have miscalculated their trajectory towards the moon?

A century before Jacques Cousteau, Jules Verne took readers for a whirlwind journey beneath the sea in the submarine Nautilus. Accompany brilliant scientist, Pierre Aronnax; his faithful servant, Conseil; bold mariner, Ned Land; and mysterious Captain Nemo as they walk on the ocean floor, journey beneath polar ice, and fight for their lives against sharks, giant squid, and one another. Verne's famous gift for prophesying future events still startles us throughout this electrifying voyage, adapted and narrated by Jim Weiss. Come aboard!

At a grand celebration in the New Palace, all appears calm and orderly. Yet, hidden from the festivities, two individuals are acutely aware of a grave threat the telegraph line beyond Tomsk has been severed! The Czar and General Kissoff recognize the treachery of Ivan Ogareff, who is stoking rebellion in Siberia. If the Grand Duke, who governs Siberia from Irkutsk, isnt informed of the insurrection soon, the criminals will seize control of the city—and ultimately, all of Russia! The only hope lies with a courageous courier, Michael Strogoff, who must navigate perilous traps set by Ogareff ...

Menés par l'Espagnol Gil Braltar, des singes cherchent à reprendre la forteresse de Gibraltar aux occupants britanniques. La ruse du général MacKackmale suffira-t-elle pour permettre à la Grande-Bretagne de conserver sa possession?

C'est dans une étrange petite ville, isolée entre un volcan menaçant et un rivage continuellement battu par les flots de la Mégalocride, qu'exerce le docteur Trifulgas. Une nuit, cet homme cupide est mandé pour aller soigner un misérable qui se meurt. Lorsqu'il se décide enfin à faire son devoir, il va s'apercevoir que la vie des autres peut avoir plus d'importance qu'il ne le pensait.

M. Ré Dièse et Mlle Mi bémol nous emmène dans un petit village suisse peu de temps avant la fête de Noël. Le vieil organiste est devenu sourd ; aussi tout le monde se demande qui jouera de l'instrument le soir, à l'église, et fera chanter les enfants. C'est alors qu'un mystérieux personnage avec de longs doigts et des yeux de braise se présente, et offre même de restaurer l'orgue… Entre un voyage sur la lune et un autre au centre de la Terre, Jules Verne a écrit un conte de Noël fascinant.

Los protagonistas de Dos años de vacaciones son quince jóvenes de distintas nacionalidades abandonados en una isla y luchando por sobrevivir.Las diferencias de nacionalidad, de educación, de valores,...generan una serie de reflexiones de orden psicológico que contribuyen tanto a amenizar el relato como a identificar al lector con los protagonistas.Verne plantea una situación conflictiva para un grupo de niños, en la que se prueba que el valor y la inteligencia de éstos los ayudan a triunfar frente a dificultades, peligros y responsabilidades...

El ingeniero Banks, que ha inventado una máquina rodante de vapor con forma de elefante, invita a tres personas, el coronel Munro, el capitán Hood y el francés Maucler, a acompañarlo en un viaje por el norte de la India en su vehículo. Entre las muchas aventuras que corren juntos, el coronel Munro va descubriendo poco a poco sus planes para el viaje. - Summary by Tux

The Blockade Runners by Jules Verne. It was published in 1871 in single volume together with novel A Floating City as a part of the Voyages Extraordinaires series (The Extraordinary Voyages). An English translation was published in 1874.The American Civil War plot centers on the exploits of a British merchant captain named James Playfair who must break the Union blockade of Charleston harbor in South Carolina to trade supplies for cotton.Verne's tale was inspired by reality as many ships were actually lost while acting as blockade runners in and around Charleston in the early 1860s.The year is...

Embark on an exploration of epic proportions, where discovery and adventure lie at the heart of the unknown. This podcast delves into the realm of scientific curiosity and the spirit of exploration, capturing the essence of humanity's quest to uncover the mysteries beneath our feet. Each episode presents a different complete audiobook, offering listeners a diverse selection of narratives that span various eras and authorial voices. With a new book featured every week, you'll experience a wide range of perspectives and storytelling styles, ensuring there's always something new to ignite your ...

Dive into the depths of exploration and adventure with a focus on the mysteries and marvels beneath the ocean's surface. This podcast captures the spirit of discovery and the tension between humankind and the unknown, as tales of daring voyages and underwater wonders unfold. Each week, experience a new full-length audiobook that transports you to different eras and perspectives, offering a fresh narrative style and unique insights into the theme of aquatic exploration. Whether you're seeking the thrill of adventure or the intrigue of the sea, this rotating collection promises to enlighten and ...

Tres fareros llegan a la Isla de Los Estados, en plena Patagonia, donde el océano Atlántico y el Pacífico se confunden. En este recóndito rincón del mundo, lejos de toda civilización, se les asigna una misión: Hacerse cargo del faro durante nueve meses hasta que llegue su relevo.

Axel and his uncle find a note that describes a path to Earth’s center! The men climb deep inside a volcano and discover amazing wonders. They also run into danger, which could trap them below the surface forever.

The essential novels of Jules Verne include the classics such as 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, Journey to the Center of the Earth, and Around the World in Eighty Days. Enjoy all three novels in this enthralling science-fiction collection.

Dans la Famille sans nom (et sans liberté dans son destin), l’auteur Jules Verne nous entraîne dans ces familles qui ont vu leurs rêves d’autonomie politique brisés par la force coloniale britannique. Au Québec, référendums perdus, répression de la crise d’octobre 1970 allumée par le Front de Libération du Québec, les Patriotes de 1837: même combat, même déception. Un livre au cœur des colères du Québec.