Wealthy gentleman Phileas Fogg challenges time itself, embarking on a daring enterprise — to travel around the globe in just eighty days. Skeptics merely smirk, but Fogg is unshakable: confident in his success, he wagers his entire fortune. Together with his loyal and resourceful French valet Passepartout, he sets off on a dizzying journey across countries and continents. And every minute is worth its weight in gold.
A familiar story? Of course, it is Jules Verne’s immortal classic, "Around the World in 80 Days"! But here is a unique edition that combines the timeless classic of adventure literature with the exquisite art of the graphic novel. "Around the World in 80 Days: The Graphic Novel," retold by Jean-Michel Coblence with stunning illustrations by Younn Locard, is not merely a literal adaptation of Jules Verne’s famous novel, but a vibrant, modern, and highly beautiful reimagining.
Jean-Michel Coblence has carefully preserved the spirit of the original work and made it accessible to the modern reader without losing its inherent charm and humor. The dynamic dialogue and witty retorts of the characters, Fogg’s famous imperturbability, and Passepartout’s touching spontaneity are conveyed perfectly. The graphic format helps the story feel dynamic and emotional: the journey literally unfolds before our eyes, and the changing countries, cultures, and events create a sense of constant movement. It is as if the reader becomes a fellow traveler in this frantic race against time, fretting over every hour lost or gained. The additional materials, which transform this book from a simple comic into a genuine educational atlas of the era, add special value to this edition. After the gripping story, an engaging documentary section titled "Adventures of Progress" awaits you. You will learn how technology developed rapidly in the 19th century: the construction of transcontinental railroads, the golden age of steamships, and the opening of the Suez Canal. You can also find a biography of Jules Verne himself, along with interesting facts about the creation of the novel and how it reflected the spirit of a rapidly changing world. The book becomes not just entertainment, but a true source of knowledge.
Author: Jules Verne, Jean-Michel Coblence
Illustrations: Younn Locard
Translation: Anastasia Shishova
Pages: 64 (coated paper). Hardcover
Dimensions: 305x230x11 mm
