The Classic Jules Verne Collection - 5 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Around the World in Eighty Days
Journey to the Centre of the Earth
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
From the Earth to the Moon
Around the Moon

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781398812147
Publisher: Arcturus

Overview
The Classic Jules Verne Collection gathers five of the most celebrated adventure novels of the nineteenth century into one striking paperback box set. Published as part of the Arcturus Classic Collections series, this edition brings together globe-trotting escapades, subterranean discoveries, undersea mysteries, and lunar voyages penned by the father of modern science fiction. Featuring fresh, contemporary cover designs, the set makes an ideal introduction for new readers and a fine addition for longtime admirers. Compact and gift-ready, it suits building a home library, stocking a classroom shelf, or giving as a present to any lover of classic adventure fiction.

About the Books
Jules Verne's imagination knew no bounds, and this collection showcases the extraordinary range of his storytelling. Around the World in Eighty Days follows Phileas Fogg's daring wager to circle the globe in eighty days, a breathless race against time filled with wit, coincidence, and loyal companionship. Journey to the Centre of the Earth sends Professor Lidenbrock and his nephew Axel descending through volcanic tunnels into a hidden underground world of ancient seas and prehistoric creatures, blending scientific curiosity with pure wonder. Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea takes readers aboard the submarine Nautilus alongside the enigmatic Captain Nemo, exploring the ocean depths in a novel that helped define the science fiction genre. From the Earth to the Moon and its sequel Around the Moon follow the ambitious members of the Baltimore Gun Club as they attempt an audacious voyage to the moon, imagining space travel decades before it became reality. Together, these five novels capture Verne's gift for pairing rigorous technical detail with irresistible adventure, creating stories that still feel remarkably forward-thinking today. Presented in a fresh paperback format with striking contemporary cover art, this collection preserves the excitement of the originals while making them approachable for modern readers. Whether encountered for the first time or revisited as old favorites, these tales continue to inspire curiosity about exploration, invention, and the unknown corners of the world and beyond.

Key Benefits

• Five classic Jules Verne adventure novels in one convenient paperback box set
• Striking contemporary cover designs from the Arcturus Classic Collections series
• Perfect for building a home library, classroom collection, or thoughtful gift
• Introduces new readers to the father of modern science fiction
• Compact, durable paperback format ideal for travel or shelf display
• Timeless stories that continue to inspire curiosity about exploration and invention

Book-by-Book Guide
Around the World in Eighty Days — Phileas Fogg wagers his fortune on an eighty-day dash around the globe, testing his nerve and ingenuity at every turn.
Journey to the Centre of the Earth — Professor Lidenbrock and his nephew Axel descend into a hidden underground world of volcanic tunnels and ancient creatures.
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea — Captain Nemo pilots the submarine Nautilus through the ocean depths in one of Verne's most celebrated adventures.
From the Earth to the Moon — The Baltimore Gun Club sets out to build a cannon powerful enough to launch a projectile to the moon.
Around the Moon — The daring trio from From the Earth to the Moon continues their journey as they orbit the moon and race to survive the return home.

About the Author
Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist widely regarded as one of the founding fathers of science fiction. Born in Nantes, France, Verne trained in law before turning to writing full time, eventually producing dozens of novels under the series title Voyages Extraordinaires. His imaginative works combined meticulous scientific research with thrilling adventure, anticipating inventions such as submarines and space travel long before they existed. Verne's novels have been translated into numerous languages and adapted countless times for film, television, and stage, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential storytellers in literary history.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This collection is the perfect way to discover Jules Verne's timeless adventures in one gift-ready paperback set. Ideal as a birthday gift, holiday present, or addition to a classroom library, it offers hours of escapist reading for teens and adults alike. A must-have for any classic fiction or science fiction fan's bookshelf.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.