All Around the Moon: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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All Around the Moon is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Verne, Jules (1828–1905). The listed translation credits are Roth, Edward (1826–1911).
Catalogue synopsis
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"All Around the Moon" by Jules Verne is a science fiction novel written in the late 19th century. It's a sequel to "From the Earth to the Moon" and follows the adventures of three daring characters—President Barbican, Captain M'Nicholl, and Michel Ardan—as they embark on a journey to the Moon in a specially designed projectile. This imaginative tale explores scientific concepts such as velocity, gravity, and the potential for space travel, combined with Verne's signature blend of adventure and humor. At the start of the novel, the narrative resumes with a description of the plans and preparations made by the Baltimore Gun Club for their remarkable mission to the Moon. The opening chapters detail the chaos leading up to the launch as the characters settle into their projectile, reflecting on the momentous journey ahead. As the rocket is launched, the effects of the powerful explosion are described, highlighting the intensity of their experience. The scene shifts from the preparations to the trio regaining consciousness after the launch, establishing a lively dynamic among them as they adjust to the peculiarities of life in transit to their lunar destination while grappling with the uncertainties of their venture.
Book and edition facts
- Title: All Around the Moon
- Author credits: Verne, Jules (1828–1905)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Roth, Edward (1826–1911)
Catalogue subjects
- Manned space flight -- Fiction
- Moon -- Fiction
- Science fiction
- Space flight to the moon -- Fiction
- Space ships -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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