A Floating City - Verne, Jules
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Embark on a thrilling 19th-century sea adventure with Jules Verne's "A Floating City and The Blockade Runners." This meticulously prepared edition brings to life the drama of the American South during the Civil War. Experience the high-stakes world of blockade runners navigating treacherous waters, a vital lifeline for the Confederacy. Verne masterfully weaves historical fiction with gripping action and adventure, capturing the spirit of a nation divided. "A Floating City" offers a unique glimpse into a marvel of engineering, while "The Blockade Runners" plunges you into the heart of the…mehr

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Embark on a thrilling 19th-century sea adventure with Jules Verne's "A Floating City and The Blockade Runners." This meticulously prepared edition brings to life the drama of the American South during the Civil War. Experience the high-stakes world of blockade runners navigating treacherous waters, a vital lifeline for the Confederacy. Verne masterfully weaves historical fiction with gripping action and adventure, capturing the spirit of a nation divided. "A Floating City" offers a unique glimpse into a marvel of engineering, while "The Blockade Runners" plunges you into the heart of the conflict at sea. This volume combines two classic tales showcasing Verne's signature blend of meticulous detail and captivating storytelling. Perfect for readers interested in historical fiction, sea stories, and the enduring legacy of the American Civil War. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Jules Gabriel Verne was a French novelist, poet, and playwright, best known for his pioneering work in science fiction and adventure. Born on February 8, 1828, in Nantes, France, he grew up to become one of the most influential writers of the 19th century. Verne's collaboration with the publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel resulted in the famous "Voyages extraordinaires," a series of adventurous tales that captured the imagination of readers worldwide. His works, which include classics like "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" and "Around the World in Eighty Days," are notable for their remarkable foresight into future technological advancements, blending adventure with scientific speculation. Verne was deeply influenced by writers such as Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, and Edgar Allan Poe, whose works helped shape his storytelling style. In 1857, he married Honorine Anne Hébée Morel, with whom he had one son, Michel Verne. Verne's ability to weave engaging narratives with groundbreaking scientific ideas made him a major figure in literature. He passed away on March 24, 1905, leaving a lasting legacy in both adventure and science fiction genres.
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