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CHAPITRE PREMIER UN ÉCUEIL FUYANT.
CHAPITRE II LE POUR ET LE CONTRE.
CHAPITRE III COMME IL PLAIRA A MONSIEUR.
CHAPITRE IV NED LAND.
CHAPITRE V A L'AVENTURE!
CHAPITRE VI A TOUTE VAPEUR.
CHAPITRE VII UNE BALEINE D'ESPÈCE INCONNUE.
CHAPITRE VIII MOBILIS IN MOBILE.
CHAPITRE IX LES COLÈRES DE NED LAND.
The year 1866 was haunted by reports of an extraordinary, almost mythic presence beneath the waves. Ships from every corner of the globe – from the bustling ports of Europe to the distant harbors of America – logged encounters with a colossal, phosphorescent form that dwarfed even the largest known whales. Its astonishing speed, the jet‑like blasts of water it expelled, and its sheer size ignited a frenzy of speculation among sailors, scientists, and governments alike, turning the creature into the talk of cafés and newspapers worldwide.
Amid this worldwide intrigue, a determined explorer sets out to uncover the truth behind the sightings. He joins a daring expedition that soon discovers a hidden realm beneath the ocean’s surface, where technology and mystery intertwine in ways no one could have imagined. The journey promises breathtaking vistas, unexpected allies, and a glimpse into a world that challenges everything we thought we knew about the seas.
Language
fr
Duration
~15 hours (876K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Jun 9, 2017
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1828–1905
Best known for turning bold scientific ideas into thrilling adventures, this French novelist helped shape modern science fiction long before submarines, moon travel, and global journeys became everyday realities. His stories mix curiosity, danger, and wonder in a way that still feels fresh.
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