Around the World in 80 Days / Five Weeks in a Balloon by Jules Verne

Jules Verne’s Around the World in 80 Days follows the unflappable Phileas Fogg as he wagers his fortune on circumnavigating the globe in record time. With his loyal valet Passepartout, Fogg races against the clock, encountering storms, rescuing a widow, and outsmarting a detective convinced he’s a criminal. The story celebrates ingenuity, cultural curiosity, and the thrill of adventure.
Five Weeks in a Balloon , Verne’s debut novel, takes readers on a daring African expedition via hot-air balloon. Dr. Samuel Ferguson and his crew brave treacherous landscapes, hostile wildlife, and unpredictable weather to explore uncharted territories. The book blends scientific ambition with pulse-pounding survival stakes.
Both novels showcase Verne’s knack for merging meticulous research with imaginative storytelling. His vivid descriptions transport readers to bustling Victorian-era cities, vast deserts, and dense jungles. Themes of perseverance, exploration, and human connection thread through each tale.
Verne’s work laid the groundwork for modern science fiction, inspiring generations of writers and adventurers. These stories aren’t just about journeys—they’re love letters to curiosity and the boundless possibilities of the unknown.