
Cinq semaines en ballon
by Jules Verne
'Cinq semaines en ballon' Summary
In Jules Verne's "Cinq semaines en ballon", the story follows Professor Samuel Ferguson, his servant Joe, and his friend Dick Kennedy as they embark on a daring expedition across the largely unexplored African continent in a hydrogen-powered balloon. Equipped with a revolutionary device that enables them to regulate their altitude without losing gas or jettisoning ballast, they set out from Zanzibar, aiming to link the explorations of Burton and Speke in East Africa with those of Heinrich Barth in the Sahara and Chad regions. Their journey is filled with incredible adventures as they encounter diverse landscapes, wildlife, and indigenous cultures, culminating in their arrival in Senegal before returning to England as heroes. The novel captures the spirit of scientific progress and the thrill of exploration prevalent in the 19th century, showcasing Verne's knack for weaving scientific ingenuity with captivating storytelling.Book Details
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Jules Verne
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Verne is considered to be an important author in France and most of Europe, where he has had a wide influence on the literary avant-garde and on surrealism. His reputation was markedly different in an...
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