The Voyages and Adventures of Captain Hatteras by Jules Verne

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Author Verne, Jules, 1828-1905
Illustrator Riou, Edouard, 1833-1900
Title The Voyages and Adventures of Captain Hatteras
Note Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Voyages and Adventures of Captain Hatteras" by Jules Verne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the enigmatic expedition of the brig "Forward" and its crew as they set sail for the polar regions, led by the mysterious Captain K. Z., who is rumored to be a dog. The novel explores themes of exploration, adventure, and the human spirit, as well as the challenges faced by those who dare to journey into the unknown. The beginning of the novel introduces the anticipation surrounding the departure of the "Forward" from Liverpool, detailing the excitement and curiosity of the crowd as they witness the ship's launch. The crew is assembled under the command of Richard Shandon, who is informed through a mysterious letter about their perilous voyage. Alongside Shandon, the enthusiastic Dr. Clawbonny joins the adventure, eager to study the natural world. As preparations for the journey unfold, there are hints of the unknown destination and the shrouded identity of the ship's captain, setting the stage for a thrilling polar expedition filled with uncertainty and intrigue. (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. 29413
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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