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Jules Verne’s novels may have done as much as anything to spur man to new heights—literally. In 1862 Verne had much to do with a new society founded in France. Its founders were an aristocrat, a ...

From Jules Verne-inspired submarines to NASA-backed underwater habitats, the dream of an undersea civilization came closer ...

Jules Verne is one of the best-known authors who ever lived. A record 300 movies, TV shows and plays have been based on his work and more are on their way. But although everyone knows Jules Verne much ...

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Ask an Englishman to name a French writer of science fiction and he is likely to answer: Jules Verne (ask him to name another French writer of science fiction and he'll probably go 'that guy who wrote ...

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Fondly regarded as the father of science fiction, who foresaw a range of technological innovations long before their arrival, Jules Verne can probably be forgiven for failing to predict the internet.

Captain Nemo, Around the World in 80 Days, Journey to the Centre of the Earth… Most of us are familiar with Jules Verne’s classics. Verne was popular among his contemporaries, and continues to be a ...

Jules Verne is undoubtedly a name you have heard at some point in your life. You may have read one of his novels, such as Journey to the Center of the Earth, or heard his name in passing. It should ...