Robur the Conqueror The Struggle for Aerial Supremacy
-
- Hardcover
- Taschenbuch ausgewählt
- eBook
- Hörbuch
-
Sprache:Englisch
-
Verlag:Culturea
- Outlook Fr. 49.90
- Epubli Fr. 9.40
- Alpha Editions Fr. 35.90
- Bibliotech Pr Fr. 25.90
- Fredonia Books (nl) Fr. 28.90
- Culturea Fr. 26.90 ausgewählt
- Creative Media Partners, LLC Fr. 28.90
- Neelkanth Prakashan Fr. 26.90
- Wildside Press Fr. 24.90
- Bottom of the Hill Publishing Fr. 26.90
- Indoeuropeanpublishing.Com Fr. 25.90
Fr. 26.90
inkl. gesetzl. MwSt.,
-
Kostenlose Lieferung ab Fr. 30 Einkaufswert
Schweiz & Liechtenstein:
Versandkostenfrei ab Fr. 30.00
Versandkosten bis Fr. 30.00: Fr. 3.50Andere Lieferländer
Fr. 18.00 unabhängig vom Warenwert
Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
26.08.2023
Verlag
CultureaSeitenzahl
152
Maße (L/B/H)
21/14.8/0.9 cm
Gewicht
207 g
Auflage
1. Tirage
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
979-10-418-2581-3
Texte à corriger : "Robur the Conqueror" by Jules Verne is a captivating tale set in the late 19th century, exploring the burgeoning field of aviation. The story begins with a heated debate at the Weldon Institute in Philadelphia, where members are divided over the feasibility of dirigible balloons versus heavier-than-air flying machines. The protagonist, Robur, disrupts the meeting, advocating for the latter and dismissing the balloonists' efforts as futile. His bold assertions and mysterious demeanor provoke outrage among the members, leading to a chaotic scene. Robur's sudden disappearance adds to the intrigue, leaving the members bewildered and determined to find him. The narrative then shifts to the unexpected abduction of Uncle Prudent, the club's president, and Phil Evans, the secretary, along with Frycollin, Uncle Prudent's valet. They find themselves aboard Robur's advanced flying machine, the Albatross, which defies conventional understanding of flight. As they traverse the globe, the captives are forced to confront their preconceived notions about aviation and the potential of human ingenuity. Verne's novel not only delves into the technical aspects of flight but also explores themes of change, rivalry, and the relentless pursuit of progress. Through Robur's character, Verne challenges the status quo, urging readers to envision a future where the skies are no longer the limit.
Noch keine Bewertungen vorhanden
Verfassen Sie die erste Bewertung zu diesem Artikel
Helfen Sie anderen Kundinnen und Kunden durch Ihre Meinung.