The English at the North Pole by Jules Verne
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About this eBook
| Author | Verne, Jules, 1828-1905 |
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| Title |
The English at the North Pole Part I of the Adventures of Captain Hatteras |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Ron Swanson |
| Summary | "The English at the North Pole" by Jules Verne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Richard Shandon, the commander of the brig "Forward", as he embarks on an expedition to the Arctic, shrouded in mystery and driven by intrigue surrounding its enigmatic captain, K. Z. The narrative delves into themes of exploration, adventure, and the unknown, as the crew prepares to face the dangers of polar navigation. The opening of the book sets the stage for the expedition, intriguingly capturing the bustling atmosphere during the "Forward"'s departure from Liverpool. As Shandon assembles his crew and examines the preparations for the voyage, the sense of adventure is palpable. Meanwhile, a peculiar revelation that their captain is a dog adds an element of humor and mystery, leaving the crew and readers alike to ponder the nature of their journey. With a mix of anticipation and apprehension, Shandon and his crew brave the icy seas, unaware of the challenges that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22759 |
| Release Date | Sep 24, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 150 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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