Book details
A Journey to the Center of the Earth (Calico Illustrated Classics Set 3)
Description
In Jules Verne's classic science fiction novel 'Journey to the Center of the Earth,' Professor Otto Lidenbrock discovers an ancient manuscript that suggests a passage to the center of the Earth can be found through a volcano in Iceland. The professor, his nephew Axel, and their guide Hans descend into the volcano, encountering various prehistoric creatures, natural hazards, and marvels beneath the Earth's surface. Throughout their adventure, they face challenges of survival and witness incredible sights, such as an underground ocean and luminous caverns. The journey tests their endurance and ultimately leads them to be spewed out by a volcanic eruption in Italy. The novel is a testament to human curiosity, the spirit of exploration, and the wonders of the natural world.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
112 pages
Why to read
- Stimulate Imagination: Kathryn Lay's illustrated version of this classic tale brings the story to life with vivid illustrations, encouraging readers, especially younger audiences, to engage their imaginations and visualize the extraordinary subterranean world.
- Appreciate Classic Literature: Reading this book provides an opportunity to appreciate a timeless work by Jules Verne, adapted by Kathryn Lay, which has inspired countless other works of science fiction and adventure.
- Educational Value: The novel introduces readers to various scientific concepts and theories of the 19th century, as well as geography and natural science, making it an educational read that entertains while it informs.