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Around the World in 80 Days (Illustrated Classics)
Around the World in 80 Days - Illustrated Classics Author:Jules Verne A new adaptation by Archie Oliver. — In 1872 the London gentleman Phileas Fogg makes a bet that he can travel around the world in eighty days...a nineteenth century challenge as tough as any twenty-first century space mission. — With his loyal servant, Passepartout, Mr Fogg sets off on an astounding race against time: crossing wild oceans by steam... more »ship and dangerous continents by railroad, elephant, and even a snow sled!
Yet, unknown to Phileas Fogg, the biggest threat to his winning the bet is a Scotland Yard detective called Fix who believes Mr. Fogg is a notorious bank robber.
Phileas Fogg's global race, and Fix's manhunt, is on!« less