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    An Antarctic Mystery
    An Antarctic Mystery
    An Antarctic Mystery
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    An Antarctic Mystery

    Written by Jules Verne

    Narrated by Multiple Narrators

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    But strange as the journey may be, it's nowhere near as strange as what they will find waiting at its end.





    One of the lesser known novels by Jules Verne, but certainly a novel that is worth reading, An Antarctic Mystery or The Sphinx of the Ice Fields is a fictional travelogue that describes the narrator's adventures as he travels from Kerguelen Islands, a group of islands in the Indian Ocean, towards the South Pole.





    The novel is the account of the journey made by Jeorling, a rich American who has been studying the wildlife on Kerguelen Islands and is now looking for a way to return to America. However, the journey cannot be that straight - the ship that Jeorling travels by meets an iceberg with a dead body on it and they find a note indicating that some of the crew of the Jane, Pym's ship might still be alive, so Jeorling and the crew of his ship go to find out if that is true. The journey is, of course, full of adventures and mysteries, some of which get solved by the end of the book, while others remain mysteries for good, to be solved by the reader's imagination.





    An Antarctic Mystery comes with all features that make Verne so fascinating. The narrative is as detailed as any of the more famous Verne novels, it unfolds in the typical rhythm and there are just as many detailed and scientific descriptions. The book leaves a lot to the reader's fantasy, too - written in an age when not much was known about the South Pole and many scientists still believed in the existence of an open sea beyond the ice barrier, this unknown territory makes the perfect setting for a fictional travel book.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAuthor's Republic
    Release dateJan 17, 2017
    ISBN9781518940453
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    Jules Verne

    Jules Gabriel Verne was born in the seaport of Nantes, France, in 1828 and was destined to follow his father into the legal profession. In Paris to train for the bar, he took more readily to literary life, befriending Alexander Dumas and Victor Hugo, and living by theatre managing and libretto-writing. His first science-based novel, Five Weeks in a Balloon, was issued by the influential publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel in 1862, and made him famous. Verne and Hetzel collaborated to write dozens more such adventures, including 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea in 1869 and Around the World in 80 Days in 1872. In later life Verne entered local politics at Amiens, where had had a home. He also kept a house in Paris, in the street now named Boulevard Jules Verne, and a beloved yacht, the Saint Michel, named after his son. He died in 1905.

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    • 5/5
      "An Antarctic Mystery" is a compelling and atmospheric novel that combines elements of adventure, mystery, and exploration. Verne's vivid descriptions and imaginative storytelling make it a captivating read for those interested in tales of polar exploration and adventure.
    • 5/5
      As the narrator of the story, Jeorling serves as the reader's guide through the expedition. His observations and reflections provide insight into the events unfolding aboard the Halbrane and the mysteries of the Antarctic landscape.
    • 5/5
      The harsh and unforgiving environment of the Antarctic serves as a backdrop for the struggle between humanity and the forces of nature. The characters must contend with the extreme cold, treacherous ice floes, and other natural obstacles as they navigate the icy waters.
    • 5/5
      The novel is infused with elements of mystery and intrigue as the characters uncover secrets hidden within the icy landscape of the Antarctic. The quest to solve the mystery of Captain Len Guy's missing brother drives much of the narrative tension.
    • 5/5
      Like many of Verne's works, "An Antarctic Mystery" explores themes of exploration, adventure, and the quest for knowledge. The novel captures the spirit of exploration prevalent during the 19th century when much of the world remained uncharted and mysterious.
    • 5/5
      The narrative unfolds as a series of journal entries and accounts of the crew's experiences, interspersed with moments of suspense, exploration, and discovery. Jeorling becomes increasingly drawn into the enigma surrounding the Antarctic landscape and its secrets.
    • 5/5
      As the Halbrane sails southward from the Kerguelen Islands towards the South Pole, the crew encounters treacherous icebergs, harsh weather conditions, and other dangers inherent to the Antarctic region. Along the way, they encounter strange phenomena and encounters with mysterious creatures.
    • 5/5
      The story follows the adventures of the narrator, Jeorling, as he joins an expedition aboard the Halbrane, a ship headed for the Antarctic region. The expedition is led by Captain Len Guy, who is determined to unravel the mystery surrounding the disappearance of his brother during a previous Antarctic voyage.