Penguin Select Classics: Around The World In Eighty Days: (Original Unabridged Classic Premium Hardbound Collector's Edition Ideal for Gifting)

“I realize now that there’s a lot to be said for traveling if you want to see something new.”When Phileas Fogg a wealthy gentleman impulsively bets that he can travel the globe in just eighty days he sets in motion an extraordinary chain of events. Leaving behind the comfort of his predictable life Fogg and his loyal valet Passepartout embark on a race against time.Passing through exotic lands and dangerous locations they seize whatever transportation is at hand―train or elephant.Their quest for the ultimate adventure is not without its challenges. Fogg has become the prime suspect in a bank robbery with a relentless detective hot on their heels. As they journey across continents their race against time becomes a race for their freedom.Will they conquer the world and prove Fogg’s audacious bet right? Prepare to be captivated by Verne’s masterful storytelling as he weaves a tale of suspense and a thrilling spirit of adventure.