Publisher's Synopsis
Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon is an adventure novel by the French author Jules Verne, first published in 1881. The story follows the journey of a young man named Joam Garral, who is falsely accused of a crime and must flee with his family down the Amazon River. Along the way, they encounter a variety of dangers and obstacles, including vicious animals, hostile tribes, and treacherous rapids. They are also pursued by a group of villains who are determined to capture Joam and steal his treasure. With the help of a brave and resourceful guide named Benito, Joam and his family must navigate the treacherous waters of the Amazon and fight to clear his name and protect their lives. The novel is a thrilling adventure story that captures the excitement and danger of exploring the unknown wilderness. Verne's vivid descriptions of the Amazonian landscape and its inhabitants create a rich and immersive world that readers will not soon forget.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.