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3.59 AVERAGE
3.59 AVERAGE
I find myself torn about this book. For one thing, it is remarkable that Verne was able to write such an accurate account of submarine living. For another thing, though, I find myself wishing that ecology was more prevalent during Verne's time. I'm also a little disappointed by the characterization in the book, as Captain Nemo is as intriguing a character as ever, but Professor Arronax and his companions are extremely lacking in character. It's a good read, and I'm glad I revisited it, but the age of the book certainly shows.
Didn't actually finish it but spent most of February convincing myself it would get better! What a disappointment!
adventurous
informative
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A better sea adventure than Moby Dick.
I enjoyed this book for the most part because it was an underwater pirate adventure searching for a monster similar to the premise of Moby Dick, but with actual plot and less outdated whale facts. There is so much in this book that is ingenious and stands out from the normal classic. I’d almost call this book a science-fiction with all the technology at the time almost futuristic. It’s well written and interesting to the last page.
I enjoyed this book for the most part because it was an underwater pirate adventure searching for a monster similar to the premise of Moby Dick, but with actual plot and less outdated whale facts. There is so much in this book that is ingenious and stands out from the normal classic. I’d almost call this book a science-fiction with all the technology at the time almost futuristic. It’s well written and interesting to the last page.
So fun! I was a little confused by the title though; they don't actually go 20k leagues under the sea, rather, 20k leagues, while under the sea. For a while I was waiting for them to dive deeper, until I realized.
adventurous
challenging
funny
informative
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
slow-paced
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I think I would’ve loved this book if I’d been alive when it was first published. Oh to be an 1870s kid.
3.5 stars, mostly for the rootinest tootinest harpooninest Canadian to ever live. And also Conseil, who is undoubtedly gay for his master, who in turn is gay for Nemo. Who doesn’t love a good underwater love triangle?
3.5 stars, mostly for the rootinest tootinest harpooninest Canadian to ever live. And also Conseil, who is undoubtedly gay for his master, who in turn is gay for Nemo. Who doesn’t love a good underwater love triangle?
adventurous
challenging
dark
reflective
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes