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Journey to the Centre of the Earth (Penguin Classics)

By Jules Verne

Adjectives

thrilling imaginative classic adventurous

Genres

Adventure Classics Science Fiction

Synopsis

When Professor Lidenbrock discovers a secret code in an ancient manuscript, he embarks on a daring expedition to the Earth's core with his nephew Axel and their guide Hans. Their journey through a dormant Icelandic volcano leads them into a subterranean world filled with prehistoric creatures and perilous landscapes. This timeless adventure blends scientific curiosity with thrilling escapades beneath the Earth's surface.

About the author

Jules Verne was a French author who loved writing exciting adventure stories. He is best known for his famous books like 'Around the World in Eighty Days' and 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea'. His stories take readers on amazing journeys to faraway places, sparking imagination and curiosity about the world.

Pages

252 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

Published

2009

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