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Around the World in Eighty Days

No. of pages 64

Published: 2013

Great for age 5-12 years

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Breaking the well-established routine of his daily life, he immediately sets off for Dover with his astonished valet Passepartout. Passing through exotic lands and dangerous locations, they seize whatever transportation is at hand - whether train or elephant - overcoming set-backs and always racing against the clock.

This book is part of a book series called Real Reads .

There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Real Reads .

Jules Vernes (1828 - 1905) was a French novelist, poet and playwright, best known for his adventure novels and his influence on the literary genre of science fiction. Jules Gabriel Verne (1828 - 1905) was a French writer who pioneered the science fiction genre. Notable amongst his works are "20, 000 Leagues Under the Sea", "Around the World in 80 Days" and "A Journey to the Centre of the Earth". STEPHEN LILLIE is a London-based illustrator, photographer and cartoonist with more than twenty years' experience, specializing in character development and social commentary. TONY EVANS started his career as a high school English teacher, and has a Masters Degree in Literary Research from Lancaster University. After working as a Deputy Headteacher in Bristol he became a school inspector and educational consultant, based in Leeds. He is now a full-time writer and lives with his wife in the Yorkshire Dales. Tony has a particular interest in Victorian literature and culture. His publications include a collection of detective stories set in late nineteenth century England, as well as co-authorship of a book on steam locomotives and several books in the Real Reads series of re-told classics.

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This book contains the following story:

Around the World in 80 Days

For as long as anyone can remember, Phileas Fogg's daily ritual has never varied by even a minute. Then, on a whim and a bet, he sets out to prove that he can span the globe and return to his club in London in only 80 days. Suddenly, his life is turned upside down and every day offers an exciting new adventure.

Plot Summary:

The novel begins in London in 1872 and centers around Phileas Fogg, a wealthy and precise Englishman known for his punctuality and adherence to routines. He is a member of the Reform Club, a gentlemen's club where he spends much of his time.

One day, Fogg becomes involved in a discussion with his fellow club members about a recent bank robbery. Fogg confidently asserts that it is possible to travel around the world in eighty days. To prove his claim, he makes a wager with his fellow club members, vowing to accomplish the journey within that time frame and betting his entire fortune on it. The sum of 20,000 pounds is placed at stake.

Fogg immediately embarks on his adventurous journey, accompanied by his newly hired French servant, Passepartout, who proves to be an indispensable companion throughout the voyage. Their journey takes them across various countries and continents, and they encounter numerous challenges and adventures along the way:

Europe: Fogg and Passepartout travel through France, Italy, and other European countries, encountering obstacles such as delays, detective investigations, and cultural differences.

India: They arrive in Bombay (now Mumbai) and experience a series of mishaps, including rescuing a young widow named Aouda from a forced widowhood.

Asia: They traverse the Indian subcontinent and encounter a typhoon and a confrontation with a rival traveler named Detective Fix, who mistakenly believes Fogg is a bank robber.

United States: Fogg and Passepartout arrive in San Francisco and attempt to cross the United States by train, which proves to be a wild and challenging journey.

The Final Dash: As their deadline approaches, they return to England via a last-minute sea voyage, with Detective Fix still in pursuit.

The novel keeps readers in suspense as Fogg races against the clock, overcoming obstacles, and striving to make it back to London on time. Throughout the journey, the characters undergo personal transformations, and unexpected friendships are formed.

The story's climax occurs as Fogg and Passepartout rush back to London, with the final outcome hanging in the balance until the last moments of the novel. The story masterfully combines elements of adventure, suspense, and humor, and it explores themes of determination, courage, and the impact of travel on personal growth.

The novel concludes with the revelation of whether Phileas Fogg succeeds in his ambitious quest and wins the wager, making "Around the World in Eighty Days" a classic tale of travel and adventure that continues to captivate readers worldwide.

This book is in the following series:

Real Reads
Real Reads are retellings of great literature from around the world, each fitted into a 64-page book. The series aims to make classic stories, dramas and histories available to intelligent young readers as a bridge to the full texts, to language students wanting access to other cultures, and to adult readers who are unlikely ever to read the original versions.

This book features the following character:

Phileas Fogg
This book features the character Phileas Fogg.