Around the Moon
Jules Verne
Verlag: CLXBX
Beschreibung
Around the Moon is a visionary science fiction novel by Jules Verne that continues the thrilling journey begun in From the Earth to the Moon. Blending scientific imagination with adventurous storytelling, the novel takes readers on an extraordinary voyage beyond Earth and into the depths of space. The story follows three daring travelers—Impey Barbicane, Captain Nicholl, and the eccentric Frenchman Michel Ardan—who are launched inside a projectile fired from a giant cannon, destined for the Moon. As they travel through the vast silence of space, the explorers observe celestial wonders, experience weightlessness, and confront the unknown dangers of extraterrestrial travel. Verne's detailed scientific speculation, grounded in the knowledge of his time, brings remarkable realism to this bold adventure. Alongside its thrilling premise, Around the Moon explores themes of human curiosity, technological ambition, and the limits of scientific understanding. The novel captures the excitement of discovery while also reflecting on humanity's desire to push beyond known boundaries. Around the Moon is a cornerstone of early science fiction, remarkable for its imaginative foresight and sense of wonder. Entertaining, thought-provoking, and historically significant, the novel stands as a testament to Jules Verne's genius and his lasting influence on the literature of space exploration.
Verfügbar seit: 05.02.2026.
Drucklänge: 188 Seiten.
