Sunday, November 14, 2010

Around the World in 80 Days

        A 273 page novel by Jules Verne, Around the World in 80 Days, welcomes billionaire Mr. Phileas Fogg. When Mr. Fogg makes a bet for 20,000 pounds to whether he can go around the world in 80 days, everyone concludes he's crazy. Despite the fact that this is the year of 1872, Mr. Fogg still attempts to achieve his goal- he travels by elephant, boat train, and even sled to keep his 20,000 pounds and prove something to the world. This is not impossible. On his journey he meets many new people from around the globe, some who try to get him arrested or killed.This adventurous book is recommended to anyone who enjoys reading about a thrilling and suspenseful trip around the world.

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