Around the Moon/????

By Jules

Around the Moon is Jules Verne's 1869 science - fiction sequel to From the Earth to the Moon. It continues the adventure of three explorers-Impey Barbicane, Michel Ardan, and Captain Nicholl-who blast off in a massive cannon - fired projectile bound for the Moon. Instead of landing, their craft is caught in lunar orbit, forcing them to circle the Moon while observing its desolate landscapes and confronting crises like near - asphyxiation and meteoroid threats. Verne blends scientific speculation, vivid imagery, and suspense as the trio struggles to reverse their course and return to Earth. The novel, a cornerstone of early sci - fi, showcases Verne's prophetic vision of space travel, from weightlessness to orbital mechanics, long before such concepts became reality. It also highlights human curiosity and resilience amid the unknown, cementing its legacy as a timeless tale of cosmic exploration.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3693510148
• ISBN13: 9783693510148
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Flieder Verlag
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 1.1" x 5.5"