Jules Verne

Born in 1828
Fantasy Fiction Science Fiction
  • Jules Gabriel Verne was a pioneering French science fiction author who wrote about space, air, and underwater travel before the invention of practical aircraft, submarines, or spacecraft.

  • His most famous works include Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, Around the World in Eighty Days, and Journey to the Center of the Earth.

  • Verne is considered a founding father of science fiction alongside H.G. Wells.

  • His novels blend scientific knowledge with imaginative speculation, often featuring fantastic voyages and technological innovations.

  • Verne's works have been widely translated and adapted into films, cementing his legacy as an influential figure in literature and popular culture.

Books by Jules Verne