Around the World in Eighty Days

by Jules Verne · Adventure stories

Jules Verne's classic adventure of a bet that takes Phileas Fogg around the globe.

Jules Verne's classic adventure novel follows Phileas Fogg, a wealthy and meticulous English gentleman who makes a daring bet with his friends at the Reform Club: he can travel around the world in just eighty days. With his loyal French servant Passepartout by his side, Fogg sets off on an epic journey that takes them across Europe, Asia, and America. Along the way, they encounter exotic cultures, face unexpected challenges, and even become entangled in a detective's pursuit when Fix, a Scotland Yard inspector, mistakes Fogg for a bank robber. From riding elephants in India to crossing the American wilderness, Fogg and Passepartout's journey is filled with excitement, danger, and unforgettable moments. Around the World in Eighty Days is a thrilling celebration of adventure, friendship, and the power of human determination.

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