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In 80 Tagen um die Welt
by Jules Verne
Genre(s): classic, historical fiction
Theme(s): travel
Recommended for ages: 11+
Summary: Phileas Fogg, a very logical and literal man, is bet that he can't travel around the world in exactly 80 days (the amount of time it is thought to take according to a local newspaper article). He takes on the challenge, hires a valet, Passepartout, to accompany him, and sets off. At the same time, a large amount of money is stolen from a London bank, and the detective, Mr. Fix, is sure it must have been done by Mr. Fogg. He immediately sets off to follow him on his journey around the globe, determined to catch the alleged thief.
Review: I liked this book better than expected. I'm never sure when I pick up a classic how well I'll understand or like it. This one was pleasantly surprising. I read it slowly over time, but it was easy to follow along. The characters were funny and not complex. I thought this was an enjoyable children's story more than a work of art.
Recommended for fans of: Treasure Island
If you loved this book then you should try.... The Story of Dr. Dolittle
Theme(s): travel
Recommended for ages: 11+
Summary: Phileas Fogg, a very logical and literal man, is bet that he can't travel around the world in exactly 80 days (the amount of time it is thought to take according to a local newspaper article). He takes on the challenge, hires a valet, Passepartout, to accompany him, and sets off. At the same time, a large amount of money is stolen from a London bank, and the detective, Mr. Fix, is sure it must have been done by Mr. Fogg. He immediately sets off to follow him on his journey around the globe, determined to catch the alleged thief.
Review: I liked this book better than expected. I'm never sure when I pick up a classic how well I'll understand or like it. This one was pleasantly surprising. I read it slowly over time, but it was easy to follow along. The characters were funny and not complex. I thought this was an enjoyable children's story more than a work of art.
Recommended for fans of: Treasure Island
If you loved this book then you should try.... The Story of Dr. Dolittle