Author: Jules VernePublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385414008
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
Reprint of the original, first published in 1882.
The Giant Raft. The Cryptogram
Author: Jules VernePublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385414008
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
Reprint of the original, first published in 1882.
The Giant Raft
Author: Jules VernePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Adventure stories
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Giant Raft. The Cryptogram
Author: Jules VernePublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385414016
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
Reprint of the original, first published in 1882.
The Kip Brothers
Author: Jules VernePublisher: Wesleyan University Press
ISBN: 0819574589
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 513
Book Description
Castaways on a barren island in the South Seas, Karl and Pieter Kip are rescued by the brig James Cook. After helping to quell an onboard mutiny, however, they suddenly find themselves accused and convicted of the captain's murder. In this story, one of his last Voyages Extraordinaires, Verne interweaves an exciting exploration of the South Pacific with a tale of judicial error reminiscent of the infamous Dreyfus Affair. This Wesleyan edition brings together the first English translation with one of the first detailed critical analyses of the novel, and features all the illustrations from the original 1902 publication.
The Begum's Millions
Author: Jules VernePublisher: Wesleyan University Press
ISBN: 9780819567963
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
Verne's first cautionary tale about the dangers of science — first modern and corrected English translation. When two European scientists unexpectedly inherit an Indian rajah's fortune, each builds an experimental city of his dreams in the wilds of the American Northwest. France-Ville is a harmonious urban community devoted to health and hygiene, the specialty of its French founder, Dr. François Sarrasin. Stahlstadt, or City of Steel, is a fortress-like factory town devoted to the manufacture of high-tech weapons of war. Its German creator, the fanatically pro-Aryan Herr Schultze, is Verne's first truly evil scientist. In his quest for world domination and racial supremacy, Schultze decides to showcase his deadly wares by destroying France-Ville and all its inhabitants. Both prescient and cautionary, The Begum's Millions is a masterpiece of scientific and political speculation and constitutes one of the earliest technological utopia/dystopias in Western literature. This Wesleyan edition features notes, appendices, and a critical introduction as well as all the illustrations from the original French edition.
Caesar's Column
Author: Ignatius DonnellyPublisher: Wesleyan University Press
ISBN: 9780819566669
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
A sensational best-seller envisions the destruction of New York City.
Class List of the Books in the Reference Library
Author: Nottingham (England). Free Public Reference LibraryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Classified catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 476
Book Description
Queer Stories for Boys and Girls
Author: Edward EgglestonPublisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
In Edward Eggleston's 'Queer Stories for Boys and Girls', the reader is introduced to a collection of imaginative and entertaining tales that are sure to captivate young audiences. Eggleston's writing style is engaging and accessible, making this book a perfect choice for children who enjoy stories filled with wonder and whimsy. The stories within this book also offer valuable life lessons and moral teachings, presented in a clever and thought-provoking manner. Set within a historical context, Eggleston's work provides insight into the literary landscape of the time, offering a glimpse into the popular children's literature genre of the late 19th century. Edward Eggleston was a well-known American writer and historian, known for his contributions to children's literature and his keen interest in American history. His vast knowledge and background in literature and history undoubtedly influenced the creation of 'Queer Stories for Boys and Girls', adding depth and richness to the narratives presented within the book. I highly recommend 'Queer Stories for Boys and Girls' to readers looking for a charming and educational collection of stories that will both entertain and enlighten. Eggleston's work is a true gem in the realm of children's literature, offering a delightful blend of imagination and insight that is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers of all ages.
Works of Jules Verne
Author: Jules VerneInvasion of the Sea
Author: Jules VernePublisher: Wesleyan University Press
ISBN: 0819574600
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
First English edition of a classic Verne novel. Jules Verne, celebrated French author of Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea and Around the World in 80 Days, wrote over 60 novels collected in the popular series "Voyages Extraordinaires." A handful of these have never been translated into English, including Invasion of the Sea, written in 1904 when large-scale canal digging was very much a part of the political, economic, and military strategy of the world's imperial powers. Instead of linking two seas, as existing canals (the Suez and the Panama) did, Verne proposed a canal that would create a sea in the heart of the Sahara Desert. The story raises a host of concerns — environmental, cultural, and political. The proposed sea threatens the nomadic way of life of those Islamic tribes living on the site, and they declare war. The ensuing struggle is finally resolved only by a cataclysmic natural event. This Wesleyan edition features notes, appendices and an introduction by Verne scholar Arthur B. Evans, as well as reproductions of the illustrations from the original French edition.