SynopsisA mysterious sea monster has been creating havoc in the ocean. Ships of all shapes and sizes, as well as humans, have been destroyed by this enigma! No corner of the earth has been spared from its terror, as it continues to kill all who cross its path.
In reaction to this destructive force, the US Government wastes no time in sending out a team of experienced professionals to track down and destroy it. Professor Pierre Aronnax, a marine biologist`Conseil, his faithful assistant`and Ned Land, a Canadian master harpooner, come together in an epic hunt.
On board a naval ship, the Abraham Lincoln, the three men set out to track down this terrifying beast of the ocean. But, will they succeed? And what will they discover if they do?
Published in 1870, originally in French, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is a classic example of the imagination and foresight of Jules Verne. His pioneering approach to writing in the late 19th century led many to refer to him as the father of science fiction.
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"Jules Verne, a prolific French author, was born in Nantes, France, in 1828. He is often referred to as the ‘Father of Science Fiction’ for his writings that talk about a variety of inventions and technological advancements years before they became realities.
He is among the most translated authors in the world and his works have been published in over 140 languages. Some of his best known books include Around the World in Eighty Days, Journey to the Centre of the Earth and From the Earth to the Moon."