
TICKET NO. "9672" - BY JULES VERNE - Translated from the French by Laura E. Kendall
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CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
CHAPTER VIII.
CHAPTER IX.
In a remote Norwegian valley, a modest inn stands ready for the first wave of spring travelers. Mother and daughter Hulda tend to their humble duties, repairing provisions and waiting for news from a far‑off lover, while the stormy weather keeps the road empty. Their quiet routine is interrupted one night by an unexpected knock, introducing a mischievous young rider who carries a mysterious ticket—number 9672—that promises to set events in motion.
As the inn’s doors swing open, the ordinary world of pine‑scented rooms and mountain vistas gives way to the promise of an extraordinary journey. The characters’ ties to the surrounding landscape, the looming Atlantic, and the uncertain return of loved ones create a palpable tension, hinting at an adventure that will carry them far beyond the quiet fjord. Listeners will be drawn into the atmospheric setting and the first stirrings of a story that blends domestic life with the call of the unknown.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (274K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-09-26
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1828–1905
A restless imagination and a taste for adventure helped shape some of the most enduring stories in science fiction. Best known for journeys by submarine, balloon, cannon, and around the globe, this French writer turned wonder and technical curiosity into classic page-turners.
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