Around the World in 80 Days

Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne is a classic adventure novel that follows the journey of the English gentleman Phileas Fogg and his French valet Passepartout as they attempt to circumnavigate the globe in 80 days. The story begins with a wager that Fogg makes with his club members betting that he can complete the journey within the allotted time frame. Their journey is filled with unexpected obstacles adventures and encounters as they travel by various means including steamships trains and even an elephant. The novel is renowned for its detailed descriptions of the various locations around the world and its engaging plot.