
Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea - by Jules Verne
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PART ONE
CHAPTER I A SHIFTING REEF
CHAPTER II PRO AND CON
CHAPTER III I FORM MY RESOLUTION
CHAPTER IV NED LAND
CHAPTER V AT A VENTURE
CHAPTER VI AT FULL STEAM
CHAPTER VII AN UNKNOWN SPECIES OF WHALE
The world is abuzz in 1866 as ships across every ocean report a colossal, glowing leviathan that darts beneath the waves with impossible speed. Sailors whisper of a spindle‑shaped monster, larger than any known whale, that erupts plumes of water and vanishes before it can be studied. The mystery draws the attention of navies, scientists, and curious travelers alike, all eager to uncover the truth behind the phenomenon that has captured the public imagination.
Enter a French professor and his loyal companion, who join an expedition to confront the enigma. Their vessel encounters the extraordinary object, only to discover that it is not a creature at all but a sleek, iron submarine commanded by the enigmatic Captain Nemo. As the Nautilus glides silently beneath the surface, the explorers are drawn into a world of unseen oceans, astonishing inventions, and a voyage that promises both danger and wonder.
Language
en
Duration
~10 hours (592K characters)
Release date
1994-09-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1828–1905
A master of grand adventures and bold ideas, this French writer helped shape the way readers imagine science, travel, and the future. His stories mix wonder with careful detail, making impossible journeys feel just close enough to believe.
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