The Giant Raft - Softcover

Verne, Jules

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9373401092 ISBN 13: 9789373401096

Verlag: Double 9 Books, 2025

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The giant raft tells the adventurous tale of a family living along the Amazon River as they prepare for an extraordinary journey downstream on a massive raft. Against the lush and wild backdrop of South America, the story weaves family dynamics, regional culture, and suspense. A mysterious cryptogram held by a morally ambiguous adventurer introduces an element of intrigue early on. The narrative follows the family's preparations, relationships, and the upcoming marriage of two key characters, highlighting the bonds and tensions among them. As they embark on their voyage, the novel imbues the Amazonian wilderness with vivid descriptions and an atmosphere rich in mystery and excitement. Themes of loyalty, courage, and the unknown are skillfully blended with moments of humor and tension, making the story both a thrilling adventure and a reflection on human connection with nature and each other. The novel captures the spirit of exploration and the complexities of family life set against a vibrant, untamed world.

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Jules Gabriel Verne was a French novelist, poet, and playwright, best known for his pioneering work in science fiction and adventure. Born on February 8, 1828, in Nantes, France, he grew up to become one of the most influential writers of the 19th century. Vernes collaboration with the publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel resulted in the famous Voyages extraordinaires, a series of adventurous tales that captured the imagination of readers worldwide. His works, which include classics like Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea and Around the World in Eighty Days, are notable for their remarkable foresight into future technological advancements, blending adventure with scientific speculation. Verne was deeply influenced by writers such as Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, and Edgar Allan Poe, whose works helped shape his storytelling style. In 1857, he married Honorine Anne Hebee Morel, with whom he had one son, Michel Verne. Vernes ability to weave engaging narratives with groundbreaking scientific ideas made him a major figure in literature. He passed away on March 24, 1905, leaving a lasting legacy in both adventure and science fiction genres.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 9373401092
• ISBN 13: 9789373401096
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 268
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: preigu GmbH & Co. KG; mail@preigu.de; ; Lengericher Landstr. 19; Osnabrück; Niedersachsen; 49078; Deutschland