Download or read book Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon written by Jules Verne and published by Jazzybee Verlag. This book was released on 2014-10-13 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A book of remarkable and thrilling adventures, very much in the style of Mr. Verne's previous books, and adapted to interest either boy-readers or adults. The "Giant raft" is as immense as the "Steam house," and the characters and incidents quite as original. The story opens with the finding of a paper of hieroglyphics by an adventurer in a Brazilian forest—he puts it wiih some gold coin in a silver case, places it near his head, and falls asleep. The object excites the attention of a "guariba" (whom Mr. Verne describes at length), and he steals it and makes off; after this follows a long string of queer adventures connected with the silver case.
Download or read book Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon written by Jules Verne and published by Library of Alexandria. This book was released on 2020-09-28 with total page 437 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE MAN who held in his hand the document of which this strange assemblage of letters formed the concluding paragraph remained for some moments lost in thought. It contained about a hundred of these lines, with the letters at even distances, and undivided into words. It seemed to have been written many years before, and time had already laid his tawny finger on the sheet of good stout paper which was covered with the hieroglyphics. On what principle had these letters been arranged? He who held the paper was alone able to tell. With such cipher language it is as with the locks of some of our iron safes—in either case the protection is the same. The combinations which they lead to can be counted by millions, and no calculator's life would suffice to express them. Some particular "word" has to be known before the lock of the safe will act, and some "cipher" is necessary before that cryptogram can be read. He who had just reperused the document was but a simple "captain of the woods." Under the name of "Capitaes do Mato"are known in Brazil those individuals who are engaged in the recapture of fugitive slaves. The institution dates from 1722. At that period anti-slavery ideas had entered the minds of a few philanthropists, and more than a century had to elapse before the mass of the people grasped and applied them. That freedom was a right, that the very first of the natural rights of man was to be free and to belong only to himself, would seem to be self-evident, and yet thousands of years had to pass before the glorious thought was generally accepted, and the nations of the earth had the courage to proclaim it. In 1852, the year in which our story opens, there were still slaves in Brazil, and as a natural consequence, captains of the woods to pursue them. For certain reasons of political economy the hour of general emancipation had been delayed, but the black had at this date the right to ransom himself, the children which were born to him were born free. The day was not far distant when the magnificent country, into which could be put three-quarters of the continent of Europe, would no longer count a single slave among its ten millions of inhabitants. The occupation of the captains of the woods was doomed, and at the period we speak of the advantages obtainable from the capture of fugitives were rapidly diminishing. While, however, the calling continued sufficiently profitable, the captains of the woods formed a peculiar class of adventurers, principally composed of freedmen and deserters—of not very enviable reputation. The slave hunters in fact belonged to the dregs of society, and we shall not be far wrong in assuming that the man with the cryptogram was a fitting comrade for his fellow "capitaes do mato." Torres—for that was his name—unlike the majority of his companions, was neither half-breed, Indian, nor negro. He was a white of Brazilian origin, and had received a better education than befitted his present condition. One of those unclassed men who are found so frequently in the distant countries of the New World, at a time when the Brazilian law still excluded mulattoes and others of mixed blood from certain employments, it was evident that if such exclusion had affected him, it had done so on account of his worthless character, and not because of his birth.
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Download or read book Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon written by Jules Verne and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-19 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon is a novel by Jules Verne, published in 1881. It has also been published as The Giant Raft.Unlike many of his other novels, this story does not have any science fiction elements. It is an adventure novel.This novel involves how Joam Garral, a ranch owner who lives near the Peruvian-Brazilian border on the Amazon River, is forced to travel down-stream when his past catches up with him. Most of the novel is situated on a large jangada (a Brazilian timber raft) that is used by Garral and his family to float to Belém at the river's mouth. Many aspects of the raft, scenery, and journey are described in detail.
Download or read book Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon Illustrated written by Jules Verne and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-06 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon (French: La Jangada - Huit Cents lieues sur l'Amazone) is a novel by Jules Verne, published in 1881. It has also been published as The Giant Raft.
Download or read book JULES VERNE Ultimate Collection Science Fiction Classics Action Adventure Novels Historical Works Illustrated written by Jules Verne and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-14 with total page 8822 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jules Verne's Ultimate Collection features a diverse range of science fiction classics, action-packed adventures, and historical works, all presented in his signature imaginative style. Known for his detailed descriptions and visionary ideas, Verne's works captivate readers with their sense of wonder and exploration, making them a staple in the literary canon of science fiction. This comprehensive collection not only showcases Verne's storytelling prowess but also offers insights into the societal and technological advancements of his time, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. From the depths of the ocean to the outer reaches of space, Verne's works continue to inspire generations with their timeless appeal and universal themes.
Download or read book Jules Verne 25 Greatest Books in One Volume Illustrated Edition written by Jules Verne and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-12-22 with total page 4915 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully edited collection of "JULES VERNE: 25 Greatest Books in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)" has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (1870) Around the World in Eighty Days (1872) The Mysterious Island (1875) Journey to the Center of the Earth (1864) From the Earth to the Moon (1865) Around the Moon (1869) Michael Strogoff: The Courier of the Czar (1876) In Search of the Castaways or, The Children of Captain Grant (1868) Adrift in Pacific or, Two Years' Vacation (1888) Five Weeks in a Balloon (1863) Robur the Conqueror or, The Clipper of the Clouds (1886) Master of the World (1904) The Adventures of Captain Hatteras (1866) Tribulations of a Chinaman in China (1879) Mathias Sandorf (1885) Hector Servadac or, Off on a Comet (1877) Facing the Flag (1896) The Begum's Fortune (1879) Dick Sand, A Captain at Fifteen (1878) The Survivors of the Chancellor(1875) The Underground City or, The Child of the Cavern (1877) Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon (1881) The Purchase of the North Pole or, Topsy Turvy (1889) Cæsar Cascabel (1890) The Castle of the Carpathians (1892) Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who pioneered the genre of science fiction.A true visionary with an extraordinary talent for writing adventure stories, his writings incorporated the latest scientific knowledge of his day and envisioned technological developments that were years ahead of their time. Verne wrote about undersea, air, and space travel long before any navigable or practical craft were invented.
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Download or read book The Greatest Works of Jules Verne 25 Books in One Volume Illustrated written by Jules Verne and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-14 with total page 4916 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Greatest Works of Jules Verne: 25 Books in One Volume (Illustrated)', readers are taken on a thrilling journey through the vivid imagination of one of the founding fathers of science fiction. With his hallmark blend of adventure, technological innovation, and social commentary, Jules Verne transports us to far-flung places and fantastical worlds. From the depths of the ocean to the vastness of outer space, Verne's stories captivate with their captivating narrative style and visionary ideas, offering a glimpse into the possibilities of the future. This collection showcases Verne's unparalleled storytelling ability and enduring relevance in the realm of speculative fiction. Jules Verne, a French novelist born in the 19th century, was a pioneer in the science fiction genre, inspiring generations of writers with his groundbreaking works. His fascination with exploration and discovery, combined with his scientific knowledge, informed his imaginative storytelling, making him a beloved figure in literature. Verne's literary legacy continues to influence popular culture and inspire readers to this day. I highly recommend 'The Greatest Works of Jules Verne' to anyone seeking an immersive literary experience filled with adventure, mystery, and wonder. Verne's timeless tales are sure to captivate readers of all ages and spark their imagination with tales of incredible voyages and daring escapades.
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Download or read book Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon written by Jules Verne and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Joam Garral offers his daughter's want to journey to Belém the place she needs to marry Manuel Valdez. They tour down the Amazon River the usage of a large trees raft. At Belém, Joam plans to repair his desirable name, as he is nevertheless desired in Brazil for a crime he did no longer perpetrate. A man named Torres, provides Joam absolute proof of Joam's innocence however the charge that Torres desires for this records is to marry Joam's daughter. The proof lies in an encrypted letter. When Torres is killed, the Garral household ought to race to decode the letter earlier than Joam is executed.
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