Jules Verne

Jules Verne The Biography Of An Imagination

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Publisher's Synopsis

Jules Verne: The Biography Of An Imagination is a book written by George H. Waltz, Jr. that provides a complete account of the life and works of Jules Verne, the renowned French author who is considered to be one of the pioneers of science fiction. The book explores the various aspects of Verne's life, including his childhood, his education, his early career as a writer, and his later years.The author delves into Verne's imagination and examines the inspirations behind his most famous works, such as Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, Journey to the Center of the Earth, and Around the World in Eighty Days. The book also explores Verne's personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues.Waltz provides a detailed analysis of Verne's writing style, themes, and literary techniques, and how they have influenced the science fiction genre. The book is a comprehensive biography that sheds light on the life and works of one of the most influential writers of the 19th century. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of science fiction and the life of Jules Verne.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781432591779
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 256
Weight: 381g
Height: 151mm
Width: 228mm
Spine width: 14mm