The Voyages And Adventures Of Captain Hatteras (1876) - Jules Verne - Bog

The Voyages and Adventures of Captain Hatteras is an adventure novel written by Jules Verne and first published in 1876. The book follows the journey of Captain John Hatteras, a British explorer who sets out to discover the North Pole. Hatteras is determined to be the first person to reach the Pole, despite the dangers and difficulties that lie ahead.The novel is divided into two parts. In the first part, Hatteras and his crew set out on their journey, facing harsh weather conditions, dangerous icebergs, and treacherous seas. As they get closer to the Pole, tensions rise among the crew and Hatteras becomes increasingly obsessed with reaching his goal.In the second part of the novel, Hatteras and a small group of men continue their journey on foot, facing extreme cold and other dangers. Along the way, they encounter a number of obstacles and challenges, including hostile natives and fierce animals.Throughout the book, Verne's vivid descriptions of the Arctic landscape and the challenges faced by the explorers bring the story to life. The novel is also notable for its portrayal of Hatteras as a complex and flawed character, driven by his ambition but also struggling with his own inner demons.Overall, The Voyages and Adventures of Captain Hatteras is a thrilling and engaging adventure story that captures the spirit of exploration and the human drive to push beyond the limits of what is known.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.