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Round the Moon

Jules Verne
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Round the Moon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

Book Brief

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Jules Verne

Round the Moon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

148

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • 1860s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Jules Verne's Round the Moon, individuals take a daring lunar expedition following the events of From the Earth to the Moon. The narrative explores their experiences and challenges as they orbit the moon, providing a detailed description of the lunar landscape and their observations, capturing the spirit of adventure and scientific exploration of the late 19th century.

Adventurous

Fantastical

Exciting

Suspenseful

Informative

Reviews & Readership

3.9

6,111 ratings

52%

Loved it

35%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Round the Moon by Jules Verne is praised for its imaginative vision and pioneering depiction of space travel, captivating readers with its adventurous spirit and scientific curiosity. However, some critics note its dated scientific accuracy and occasional pacing issues. Nonetheless, Verne's creative storytelling continues to engage and inspire.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Round the Moon?

A reader intrigued by space exploration, science fiction, and adventure would enjoy Jules Verne’s Round the Moon. Fans of H.G. Wells’s The War of the Worlds and Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein would appreciate the imaginative storytelling and scientific curiosity that parallel Verne’s visionary narrative style.

3.9

6,111 ratings

52%

Loved it

35%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

148

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • 1860s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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