A Floating City And The Blockade Runners

A Floating City and The Blockade Runners is a captivating adventure novel by Jules Verne renowned for his visionary tales of exploration and discovery. Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War the story follows the exploits of a group of passengers aboard the steamship Great Eastern a floating city known for its immense size and luxurious amenities. As the vessel embarks on a perilous journey across the Atlantic Ocean it becomes entangled in the clandestine world of blockade running - the risky practice of smuggling goods past naval blockades. Amidst the dangers of war and the thrill of high-stakes espionage the passengers find themselves swept up in a series of suspenseful and action-packed encounters. With Verne's trademark blend of meticulous research imaginative storytelling and thrilling escapades A Floating City and The Blockade Runners offers readers an exhilarating voyage into the heart of adventure on the high seas.