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The Mysterious Island
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The Mysterious Island

Jules Verne
$15.99
BindingPaperback
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L’ile Mystérieuse

During the American Civil war, five Northern prisoners escape during the Siege of Richmond via hot air balloon. The group crash-lands on an unknown Pacific island and must build a life for themselves on their new island home. They are assisted in their quest by a mysterious force on the island. The novel is a sequel to Verne’s popular book Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Seas.

First published in 1874 in French, this edition is derived from the English translation by Stephen W. White in 1876. Included are 154 black & white illustrations from the original 1874 French book.  As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.

Details

Author(s): Jules Verne

Illustrator(s): Various

Translator(s): Stephen W. White

Dimensions: 6" x 9"

Pages: 565

Font Size: 12 pt

Reading Level: 7th-9th Grade

Read Aloud Level: 5th-7th Grade

Year First Published: 1874

ISBN: 9781649651327

Additional Information

Jules Verne

stands as one of the most visionary and celebrated figures in the realm of literature, renowned for his pioneering contributions to the science fiction and adventure genres. Born in Nantes, France, Verne initially studied law but found his true passion in writing. His fascination with science, exploration, and technological advancements led him to craft a collection of remarkable tales that continue to captivate readers across generations.

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