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Cæsar Cascabel

Jules Verne

Publisher: CLXBX

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Cæsar Cascabel is a spirited adventure novel that captures Jules Verne's enduring fascination with travel, resilience, and the triumph of human ingenuity. Set in the late nineteenth century, the story follows Cæsar Cascabel, a bold and big-hearted French showman, who earns his living by touring Europe with his lively family and a small traveling circus. When political unrest and closed borders prevent them from returning home by conventional routes, Cæsar makes a daring decision: the family will journey eastward across the vast and dangerous wilderness of North America and Siberia to reach France.

What follows is an extraordinary odyssey filled with perilous landscapes, unexpected friendships, and formidable challenges—from frozen tundras and treacherous seas to encounters with outlaws and harsh natural forces. Throughout the journey, Cæsar's unwavering optimism, strong moral compass, and devotion to his family shine through, making him one of Verne's most endearing protagonists.

Blending humor, adventure, and social insight, Cæsar Cascabel is both an exhilarating travel tale and a heartfelt celebration of courage, unity, and perseverance. It stands as a testament to Jules Verne's masterful storytelling and his belief in the indomitable spirit of ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances.
Available since: 02/05/2026.
Print length: 409 pages.

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