Synopses & Reviews
Chronicles the adventures of Phineas Fogg and his manservant, Passepartout, on their record-breaking journey around the world in the late nineteenth century.
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and#147;Large print, short chapters, and an abundance of white space provide an attractive, more-accessible option for readers who are not ready to handle the originals.and#8221;and#151;School Library Journal
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and#147;Thisand#133;retelling will be appreciated by readers not yet ready for the original work.and#8221;and#151;School Library Journal (for Anne of Green Gables).
Synopsis
In 1872, English gentleman Phineas Fogg has many adventures as he tries to win a bet that he can travel around the world in eighty days.
Synopsis
Take a thrilling whirlwind trip around the world with Phileas Fogg When Fogg--a man of habit whose every day is just like the one before--makes a bet that he can circle the globe and be back in his men's club in just 80 days, the race is on. Jules Verne's classic tale bubbles with excitement, suspense, and colorful locations.