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Verne, Jules
1828
1905
Verne, Júlio
Verne, Jules Gabriël
Verne, Jules Gabriel
Verne, Gyula
Une ville flottante. Finnish
Veden päällä liikkuva kaupunki
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"Veden päällä liikkuva kaupunki" by Jules Verne is a novel written in the late 19th century, showcasing Verne's characteristic blend of adventure and scientific exploration. The story centers around the "Great Eastern," a gigantic steamship that represents both the marvels of engineering and the perils of technological ambition as it prepares to make a voyage across the Atlantic, carrying various passengers and those involved in its operations. At the start of the novel, the narrator arrives in Liverpool, excited about the upcoming journey on the Great Eastern. He describes the ship as more than just a vessel—it's a floating city—detailed with its impressive construction and the bustling activity around it as preparations for departure are underway. The excitement is palpable as passengers and crew anticipate the launch, promising both adventure and encounters with various human emotions and ambitions, all set against the backdrop of the ship's grandiosity and its ominous reputation in maritime history. As the story unfolds, we meet various characters, including the captain and the narrator's friend, signifying the blend of personal narratives within the larger journey, hinting at the challenges that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 41.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Great Eastern (Steamship) -- Fiction
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