One night in the reform club, Phileas Fogg bets his companions that he can travel across the globe in just eighty days. Breaking the well-established routine of his daily life, he immediately sets off for Dover with his astonished valet Passepartout.
"Around the World in Eighty Days" is a classic adventure novel written by Jules Verne, first published in 1873. The story follows Phileas Fogg, an English gentleman, who makes a daring wager that he can circumnavigate the globe in just eighty days. Accompanied by his loyal French servant, Passepartout, Fogg sets off on a whirlwind journey that takes them across continents and through various modes of transportation, including trains, ships, and even an elephant. Along the way, they face numerous challenges and obstacles, including weather delays, natural disasters, and the relentless pursuit of a detective named Fix, who mistakenly believes Fogg is a fugitive. The novel is celebrated for its vivid descriptions, fast-paced plot, and exploration of diverse cultures and landscapes.
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