May 24, 2019 a comprehensive book listing of journey to the centre of the earth, one of jules verne s books. Couverture voyages extraordinaires par jules verne. Original book cover les voyages extraordinaires the extraordinary voyages in english was a publishing title affixed to the novels and nonfictional writings of french author and science fiction pioneer jules verne. Jules verne, book cover this cover is incredibly gorgeous and so colorful. Hang your posters in dorms, bedrooms, offices, or anywhere blank walls arent welcome. The tour of the world in eighty days by verne, jules. In most cases he entirely rewrote themamong other changes, he recast. Widely regarded as the father of modern science fiction, jules verne 18281905 wrote more than seventy books and created hundreds of memorable characters. His most popular novel, twenty thousand leagues under the sea, is not only a brilliant piece of scientific prophecy, but also a thrilling story with superb, subtle characterizations. During the war of the rebellion, a new and influential club was established in the city of baltimore in the state of maryland. His works are notable for their profound influence on science fiction and on surrealism, their innovative use of modernist literary techniques such as selfreflexivity. Appropriate reader friendly type sizes have been chosen for each titleoffering clear, accurate, and readable text.
Verne first offered him a short historical adventure story, the first ships of the. Tor classics are affordablypriced editions designed to attract the young reader. A listing of the 63 titles in the fitzroy edition of jules verne books, editted by i. Born in france in 1829, jules verne always dreamed of adventure. That book, however, was rejected and not brought to light until 1994.
Caxton edition verne, jules caxton edition presentation copy, presented to the knowledge seekers in 1884 per front book plate and inscription on front fly paper, featuring the original title of the classic novel by jules verne. There are many websites devoted to those, so im just going to narrow it down to one poster from the most famous one. The voyages and adventures of captain hatteras is the second thrilling novel written by jules verne as part of the voyages extraordinaires series. Paris in the 20th century is a posthumous work by jules verne, the legendary writer and traveler. A legendary french author and pioneer of the science fiction genre, jules verne wrote visionary tales of space, air, and underwater adventure in classics like twenty thousand leagues under the sea 1869 and around the world in eighty days 1873. Around the world in 80 days jules vern best version with. Rare original illustration jules verne book cover 60s. Nearly 150 years ago, jules verne penned a book with remarkably accurate. Twenty thousand leagues under the sea by jules verne. With a genuine leather cover, printed endpapers, and a ribbon bookmark, as well as an introduction by an expert on vernes life and writing, its an excellent. Jules vernes original book covers book cover art, vintage book. Mar 21, 2017 this pin was discovered by melaine bouge. Rare original illustration jules verne book cover 1960s from the fuyuki barnes 19082009 estate sale. All pages are present and overall remarkably clean for a verne book.
The story involves german professor otto lidenbrock who believes there are volcanic tubes going toward the centre of the earth. Kiefer classics illustrated adaptation at the zvi harels jules verne collection site. The illustrators of jules vernes voyages extraordinaires first, consider the following amazing statistic. Original jules verne book cover from the voyages extraordinaires literally extraordinary voyages or extraordinary journeys are a series of fiftyfour novels by the french writer jules verne, originally published between 1863 and. Jules verne, the father of science fiction, was born in nantes, france, in 1828 and died in 1905. Lawrence ratzkin original jules verne book book cover by joe del gaudio book cov. Buy twenty thousand leagues under the sea by jules verne book cover t shirt. Idrisyn oliver evans 1894 1977 was the editor and sometimes translator of this series of jules verne books which introduced the lesser known works of jules verne to youth, since these books were the backbone of many public libraries. Mar 20, 2020 comparing jules vernes original manuscripts with the versions published after his death, modern researchers discovered that michel did much more than merely edit them. The selfpropelled island is the first unabridged english translation of jules vernes original story featuring a famous french string quartet that is abducted by an american businessman and taken to standard island to perform for its millionaire i. Around the world in eighty days jules verne macmillan.
He is best known for his voyages extraordinaires series, which makes up the vast majority of his work. Find the perfect jules verne book cover stock photo. The title refers to the distance traveled under the various seas and not to any depth attained, since 20,000 leagues 80,000 km is nearly twice the circumference of the earth. Jules verne is the author of many classic, worldfamous novels such as around the world in 80 days and journey to.
A biography by jean jules verne 1976 first edition hardcover wdj. My favorite books may be his most famous ones, but they were the first ones i read. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Comparing jules vernes original manuscripts with the versions published after his death, modern researchers discovered that michel did much more than merely edit them. There have been numerous film versions of 20,000 leagues done over the years, starting in 1916. Clovis dardentor is an 1896 fiction novel by french writer jules verne, written partly as a travel. It is well known with what energy the taste for military matters became developed among that nation of shipowners, shopkeepers, and mechanics. According to vernes publisher, jules hetzel, the voyages extraordinaires intent was to outline all the geographical, geological, physical, and astronomical knowledge amassed. Get the best deals on jules verne hardcover books when you shop the largest online selection at. On the front cloth is the gilt scene of a waterfall and a raft, and titles. See more ideas about book cover design, jules verne, beautiful book covers. Jules verne books list of books by author jules verne.
Throughout the video children are making animated figures on the sidewalk below. Nearly 150 years ago, jules verne penned a book with remarkably accurate predictions about the world of today. Jules verne books, ebooks, audiobooks, biography barnes. Jul 10, 2019 beautiful book covers from the original french editions of jules vernes books, printed by hetzel. Jules verne extraordinary voyages antique book wrist watch. Jan 09, 2006 the original video of gary jules and michael andrews cover version of mad world, directed by michel gondry. Ruthless phileas fogg lies, cheats, and does whatever he has to do to prove he can get. Great illustrated classics around the world in 90days jules verne hardcover book. Graphic design inspiration original jules verne book vintage book cover. The original covers designed by pierrejules hetzel in the 1800s are beautiful works filled with intricate detail, patterns. Around the world in 80 days jules vern best version.
Jules gabriel verne february 8, 1828 march 24, 1905 was a french author from nantes often described as a pioneer of the sciencefiction genre. Jules verne illustration, surrounded by his inventions. Journey to the center of the earth is an 1864 science fiction novel by jules verne. Jules verne wrote so many books and there were thousands of translations on top of his. The above novel was an adaptation of the jules verne fictional novel from the earth to the moon published by scholastic book services for a childrens audience. Tour du monde sousmarin is a classic science fiction adventure novel by french writer jules verne. Phileas fogg is a rich english gentleman and bachelor living in solitude at number 7 savile row, burlington gardens. You will see dozens of adventure scenes on the covers. The year 1866 was signalised by a remarkable incident, a mysterious and puzzling phenomenon, which doubtless no one has yet forgotten. In most cases he entirely rewrote themamong other changes, he recast plots, added fictional characters, and made their style more melodramatic. Jules verne first editions adrian harrington rare books. Jules verne wrote so many books and there were thousands of translations on top of his french language editions. Jules vernes classic books are treasured for their imaginative stories, but his books are also examples of great book cover design. Clovis dardentor by jules verne, uk edition book cover.
Download m4b part 1 153mb download m4b part 2 155mb download m4b part 3 70mb librivox recording of the french original. Most famous for his novel sequence, the voyages extraordinaires, verne also wrote assorted short stories, plays, miscellaneous novels, essays, and poetry. This distinction becomes clearer when the books french title is correctly translated. Le tour du monde en quatrevingts jours is a classic adventure novel by the french writer jules verne, published in 1873. Looking inside of the book, you turn the page to a gorgeous print of a vintage world map. A comprehensive book listing of journey to the centre of the earth, one of jules vernes books. Jules verne, the mysterious island jules vernes adventure novels are some of the most popular and famous works of literature of all time. This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a. Get the best deals on 1st edition jules verne books when you shop the largest online selection at. The original illustrations were drawn by designer leon benett. Jules verne s classic books are treasured for their imaginative stories, but his books are also examples of great book cover design. Though the original work was written in french in the era of the war between the states 1860s, the above edition appeared in 1965. Jules verne, widely regarded as one of the fathers of science fiction, wrote some of literatures most famous adventure novels, including seminal works like.
All english and french titles are provided, with images of book covers and 1st edition information andrew nash jules verne. Original dynamic cover art enthusiastically represents the excitement of each story. Scribner armstrongs first american edition came out in november 1873, though dated 1874. This was a first indication of vernes love for cryptography. From the earth to the moon jules verne english pdf. Media in category illustrations to jules vernes works the following 14 files are in this category, out of 14 total.
Beautiful, vintage book covers library as incubator project. Original front cover and spine laid down on matching blue cloth. The novels are in the chronological order of their original publication. Jules verne 18281905 was a french novelist, poet, and playwright. It is quite frankly, beautifully bound with much attention to detail. Download m4b 56mb download cover art download cd case insert. Uk, electric modern printing, limited, manchester, 1961. Jules gabriel verne was a french novelist, poet, and playwright. Jules verne is considered the father of science fiction because of the power of thishis most famous novel. Original jules verne book love this book cover hand lettering bonjour tristesse movie poster book cover, czechoslovakia original jules verne book i highly recommend michael strogoff, courier to the tsar. Paris in the 20th century is a posthumous work by jules verne, the legendary. Voyages extraordinaires jules verne book cover art, vintage. A hundred and fifty years ago, a century before the first astronaut set foot on the moon with his one small step for a man. The characters were intricate, the setting intriguing, the entir.
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Im a big verne fan, but a chance to redesign any classic book is always exciting. Get the best deals on 1st edition jules verne books when you. Original jules verne book cover from the voyages extraordinaires literally extraordinary voyages or extraordinary journeys are a series of fiftyfour novels by. Lost jules verne novel made startlingly accurate predictions of our. The journey to the center of the earth jules verne lit2go etc. Jules verne seven novels comes in a beautiful blood red, leather bound cover with gold and black embossed design. Order of jules verne books jules verne 18281905 was a french author of adventure and science fiction novels, in addition to being a poet and a playwright.
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Classics usually allow for a more personal interpretation, since most people are already vaguely familiar with the premise of the books, and i didnt have to compete with one wellknown cover, as i might have with a more recent book. The success of vernes first hit five weeks in a balloon the same year could have. Make offer great illustrated classics around the world in 90days jules verne hardcover book. Original jules verne book cover from the voyages extraordinaires literally extraordinary voyages or extraordinary journeys are a series of fiftyfour novels by the french writer. In the story, phileas fogg of london and his newly employed french valet passepartout attempt to circumnavigate the world in 80 days on a.
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