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“Around the World in Eighty Days” is an adventure novel written by the French author Jules Verne, first published in 1873. The story follows Phileas Fogg, a wealthy and precise Englishman who makes a wager with members of his gentlemen’s club that he can circumnavigate the globe in just eighty days. Accompanied by his newly hired French valet, Passepartout, Fogg sets off on a whirlwind journey filled with unexpected challenges and encounters.
As Fogg and Passepartout travel across continents and oceans, they face numerous obstacles, including delays, detours, and brushes with the law. Along the way, they encounter a colorful cast of characters, including the cunning Detective Fix, who mistakenly believes Fogg is a bank robber, and Aouda, a young Indian woman whom they rescue from a forced marriage.
“Around the World in Eighty Days” is celebrated for its thrilling plot, imaginative settings, and sense of adventure. It captures the excitement of travel and exploration during the 19th century, as well as the spirit of ingenuity and perseverance. The novel has inspired numerous adaptations, including films, television series, and stage productions, and it remains one of Jules Verne’s most beloved and enduring works.
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