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A Journey to the Centre of the Earth

By Penny Dolan

Beneath a volcano, Axel discovers a prehistoric world—but can he escape before it erupts?

thrilling adventurous captivating

Genres

Adventure Classics Science Fiction

What is A Journey to the Centre of the Earth about?

Join Axel and his uncle, Professor Lidenbrock, on an extraordinary adventure to the Earth's core. Descending through a volcano, they uncover a hidden world teeming with prehistoric creatures. But as the volcano begins to rumble, will they escape in time? This thrilling adaptation introduces young readers to Jules Verne's classic tale, featuring short chapters and modern black-and-white illustrations for an accessible and exciting read.

About the author

Penny Dolan is a children’s author who loves writing exciting and funny stories. She has written many books, including 'The Tale of Rickety Hall' and 'A Really Short History of Nearly Everything.' Penny enjoys visiting schools and libraries to share her love of reading and hopes her stories inspire children to use their imagination.

Pages

47 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2011

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