The Book Around the World in Eighty Days is Released by Jules Verne

It Happened on
January 30, 1873

“Around the World in 80 Days” is a classic adventure novel by Jules Verne, first published in 1873. The story follows the journey of Phileas Fogg, a wealthy Englishman who makes a bet that he can travel around the world in 80 days. Accompanied by his valet Passepartout, Fogg sets out on a journey that takes him across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, facing numerous obstacles and challenges along the way.

As a critic, I would say that the book is a thrilling and exciting read that immerses the reader in the world of the late 19th century. Verne’s descriptions of the various places and cultures that Fogg and Passepartout encounter are vivid and rich, and the characters are well-developed and engaging. The novel is a great adventure story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats, eager to see where Fogg’s journey takes him next.

On the other hand, it’s a product of its time, and some of the racist and sexist attitude of the author towards certain cultures and characters are a product of its time and should be read with a critical lens.

Overall, “Around the World in 80 Days” is a timeless classic that is sure to delight readers of all ages with its fast-paced action and exciting adventure. I recommend it to anyone looking for a thrilling read that will take them on a journey around the world.

9 months later was born…


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Jules Verne

Prolific French novelist, poet, and playwright, and co-founder of Plus Ultra

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G. E. Moore

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And then…

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Inspired by Jules Verne, Pioneer American Woman Journalist Nellie Bly Her Attempt to Beat Travel Around the World in Less Than 80 Days
It happened on 14 November, 1889

Nellie Bly was a pioneering journalist and adventurer who, in 1889, set out to beat the fictional record of Phileas Fogg, the protagonist of Featuring: Nellie Bly. (more...)

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Jules Verne

Prolific French novelist, poet, and playwright, and co-founder of Plus Ultra

The Surprising Meaning Behind James Bond Supervillains: A Closer Look at the Themes and Motifs of the Iconic Film Series

Here’s a list of James Bond films in order of publication, including the year they were released and a description of the main villain in the film.

Dr. No (1962) – Dr. No, a scientist with plans to disrupt an American space launch with a radio beam weapon, played by Joseph Wiseman.

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Dr. No, the first film in the James Bond series, Opens in The United Kingdom
It happened on 5 October, 1962

Dr. No, the first James Bond film, was released in the United Kingdom on October 5, 1962. It was directed by Terence Young and starred Sean Connery as James Bond. The film was based on the 1958 novel of the same name by Ian Fleming and was the first appearance of the character James Bond on the big screen. It was a critical and commercial success and established many of the conventions and themes that would become characteristic of the James Bond film series.Featuring: Sean Connery, Ursula Andress, Peter Burton, Bernard Lee, Eunice Gayson, John Kitzmiller, Zena Marshall, Anthony Dawson, Berkely Mather, Johanna Harwood, Richard Maibaum, Terence Young, Harry Saltzman, Jack Lord, Joseph Wiseman, Albert R. Broccoli, Ian Fleming.

From Russia with Love (1963) – Ernst Stavro Blofeld, the head of the international crime organization SPECTRE, played by Anthony Dawson (voice) and Eric Pohlmann (face). (coming soon…)

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