About This Ebook

Published in 1873, “Around the World in Eighty Days” combines elements of science fiction and travelogue. The story begins at the Reform Club in London where Phileas Fogg makes a wager that he can travel around the world in eighty days. Accompanied by his newly hired French valet, Passepartout, Fogg embarks on this daring expedition. Along the way, they face numerous challenges such as storms at sea, missed connections, and even being pursued by a detective who mistakenly identifies Fogg as a bank robber. A subplot involves rescuing Aouda, an Indian widow, adding romance and further intrigue to the narrative. Verne’s meticulous attention to detail regarding geography and emerging technologies provides readers with both entertainment and education about the world during the late 19th century.