Five Weeks in a Balloon Or, Journeys and Discoveries in Africa by Three Englishmen【電子書籍】[ Jules Verne ]

＜p＞In "Five Weeks in a Balloon," Jules Verne presents an adventurous expedition that deftly marries science and imagination. The novel narrates the journey of Professor Samuel Fergusson and his companions as they traverse the African continent in a hot air balloon, exploring the uncharted territories of the 19th century. With a masterful combination of vibrant descriptions, precise technical detail, and a narrative style that oscillates between the fantastical and the realistic, Verne creates a compelling tale of exploration at a time when the world was on the brink of modern scientific discovery. The setting encapsulates the spirit of Victorian curiosity, emphasizing both the thrill of adventure and the underlying anxieties surrounding imperial expansion and colonialism. Jules Verne, often hailed as the father of science fiction, was profoundly influenced by the scientific advancements of his time and an insatiable curiosity about the world. His exposure to emerging technologies, coup．．．楽天市場のショップで商品詳細の続きを見る