53 pages • 1 hour read
252
Novel • Fiction
Worldwide • 1870s
1872
Middle grade
10-14 years
Around the World in Eighty Days by Brian W. Aldiss, Michael Glencross, and Jules Verne follows the adventures of Phileas Fogg, a Victorian-era gentleman, as he attempts to circumnavigate the globe in 80 days. The story highlights Fogg's encounters with various cultures and challenges during his journey.
Adventurous
Exciting
Humorous
Inspirational
Playful
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Brian W. Aldiss, Michael Glencross, and Jules Verne's Around the World in Eighty Days is lauded for its imaginative narrative and gripping pace, though some find the translation lacking vitality. The enduring charm of Verne's classic adventure remains intact, despite occasional dated elements. Overall, it captivates with its clever plot and vibrant settings.
Readers who relish classic adventure tales and explorations of diverse cultures would enjoy Jules Verne’s Around the World in Eighty Days. Fans of the Jules Verne, translated by Michael Glencross and edited by Brian W. Aldiss, may also appreciate the narratives found in Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea and Journey to the Center of the Earth.
274,371 ratings
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252
Novel • Fiction
Worldwide • 1870s
1872
Middle grade
10-14 years
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