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In betting fellow members of the famous Reform Club half his fortune that he can circumnavigate the globe in just 80 days, Phileas Fogg embarks on the most famous race in literature. Accompanied by his hot-blooded valet Passepartout, Fogg must face snowbound passes, sweltering jungles, opium dens, Sioux attacks and an alluring Indian princess to win the wager. But can our intrepid adventurers complete this thrilling race and make it back in time?

This academic year our students have decided to develop and launch a podcast series about all things linguistic. The Listen Up podcast will include interviews with staff, students, and other members of the University community. In the interviews, we will explore different issues within languages and linguistics as well as highlight current research and topics within the field. The topics so far include: • Accents: Why are accents in the British Isles so diverse? What do we mean by regional variation? What exactly is accentism? Why do we find some accents sexy? • Idioms: ‘Break a leg’, ...

"Il giro del mondo in ottanta giorni" è forse il più noto tra i romanzi di Jules Verne, fonte di numerosi adattamenti televisivi e cinematografici. Il protagonista è un inglese vittoriano di nome Phileas Fogg che, per scommessa con i soci del suo club londinese, si imbarca nell'avventura di fare il giro del mondo in non più di ottanta giorni.

As you read these words, planet Earth teems with trillions of life-forms, all going about their own business: eating, reproducing, thriving.... Yet the life of almost every single organism draws nearer to certain death. On the other hand, "suicide" inside the mitochondria that live within us results in the death of millions of cells each second for our own good! Why is death such a universal companion to life on Earth? Why haven't animals evolved to break free of its shackles?

Michel Strogoff, Cinq semaines en ballon, Vingt Mille lieues sous les mers, Tribulations d'un chinois en Chine, L'île mystérieuse et De la Terre à la Lune.

Professor Arronax, in search of a sea monster, discovers it to be Captain Nemo and his remarkable submarine, the Nautilus, on which the professor and his party eventually become imprisoned.

Questo “romanzo scientifico” è uno dei più famosi di Jules Verne, forse perché il misterioso personaggio del Capitano Nemo ha dato luogo a numerose successive produzioni artistiche.In realtà il romanzo consiste , non solo delle avventure dei tre protagonisti a bordo del Nautilus del capitano Nemo, ma di una lunga trattazione delle specie acquatiche presenti nei mari di tutto il globo, oltre che ad una visita alla misteriosa Atlantide.

This is a classic adventure tale set far down in the briny deep. Captain Nemo hunts the terrifying and mysterious monster that has already wrecked ships which disturbed its slumber. A scary, illuminating, and exciting listen for all ages, this story has achieved almost mythical status, and Jules Verne's great writing style makes the truly unbelievable seem entirely feasible: and utterly absorbing.

Take a thrilling whirlwind trip around the world with Phileas Fogg! When Fogg - a man of habit whose every day is just like the one before - makes a bet that he can circle the globe and be back in his men’s club in just 80 days, the race is on. Jules Verne’s classic tale bubbles with excitement, suspense, and colorful locations.

Jules Rimet Still Streaming is a football podcast channel focused on England, international football, and the big conversations around major tournaments. Hosted in a relaxed, fan-led style, the show brings together football creators, podcasters, and supporters to debate England squad selections, tactics, player form, tournament hopes, and the wider stories surrounding the national team.The channel blends humour, honest opinions, and passionate football discussion, covering everything from controversial call-ups and notable omissions to England’s chances of finally ending decades of hurt. ...

Professor Pierre Aronnax is an academic whose thirst for knowledge carries him out of his ivory tower and on the trail of a mysterious sea beast. His curiosity at last is satiated when he finds himself in the belly of the beast-- that is, on board the incredible submarine the Nautilus, courtesy of its mysterious pilot Captain Nemo and in the company of his servant Conseil and sailor Ned Land. (Introduction by Piper Hale)

One of the forgotten novels by adventure science fiction writer, Jules Verne, "Ticket No. 9672" (also known as "The lottery ticket") is less of science and more of fiction, with a touch of romance and a dose of travelling and scenery description. Hulda and her mother, Dame Hansen, reside in a Norwegian inn, awaiting the return of Hulda's betrothed, but when his ship is lost at sea, all they find is a cryptic message in a bottle, or rather a lottery ticket! Circumstances and a series of coincidences lead to a resolution, but will it be a happy one? - Summary by Rapunzelina

Calloway will Kela beeindrucken und mutiert dank Max' Tipps zum übertriebenen „Stadthasen". Doch sein Plan geht nach hinten los! Max wird für ein gestohlenes Brötchen beschuldigt und landet vor einem absurden Schülergericht, während Anton ihn – mehr schlecht als recht – verteidigt. Zum Jubiläum von Direktor Fritz wollen ihn die Kinder ins Rampenlicht rücken, mit ungeahnten Folgen.

At a fete in the New Palace, the court seems to be in perfect order. Only two people know the truth: the telegraph wire beyond Tomsk, connecting Western Russia with Siberia, has been cut! The Czar and General Kissoff can tell that it is the work of traitorous Ivan Ogareff, who is inciting an insurrection in Siberia. If the Grand Duke, governing Siberia from Irkutsk, does not hear of the insurrection in time, the criminals in Siberia will take over the city, and eventually, all of Russia! Only a brave and fast courier can take it to the Duke in time. The general assures the czar that he has the...

Doctor Ox and Other Stories is an anthology of early work by Jules Verne. It includes the title story, “Doctor Ox,” one of his funniest satires; the gothic horror story “Master Zacharius”; a story about a terrifying balloon journey; and one of Verne’s first Arctic adventures, a subject...

Beth is a neurotic nurse manager who is coasting through another relationship with an altogether wonderful man, Derrick. But when she meets Derrick’s roommate Jamie, she is immediately thrown off by Jamie’s overbearing and chaotic nature. As Beth and Jamie power through their differences for Derrick’s sake, they find themselves drawn into a beguiling yet powerful friendship. Beth begins to struggle with feelings she has never experienced before of her attraction to Jamie. And proud bisexual Jamie is struggling with the idea that she is clearly falling in love with her roommate’s girlfriend.

Publié en 1864 par Jules Verne, Voyage au centre de la Terre est un roman d’aventures fascinant qui entraîne le lecteur dans une épopée extraordinaire. Le récit suit le professeur Otto Lidenbrock, un scientifique passionné qui explore les profondeurs de la Terre, accompagné de son neveu Axel et de leur guide islandais Hans.

Betty Ulrich reist nach Schottland – gemeinsam mit ihrer Freundin Olivia. Was als Auszeit beginnt, wird schnell zu einer Reise, die tiefer geht als geplant. Betty hat einen schweren Schicksalsschlag hinter sich. Olivia steht mitten im Leben – stark, erfolgreich, voller Lebenslust. Zwei Frauen, verbunden durch Freundschaft, und doch an sehr unterschiedlichen Punkten.

Plongez dans l'univers mystique de "Lueurs spirituelles", une exploration fascinante des notes de mystique pratique par Jules-Antoine Ravier, disciple de Maître Philippe de Lyon. Ce livre vous invite à découvrir les profondeurs de la spiritualité à travers les réflexions et les enseignements d'un maître spirituel influent. Avec une approche à la fois intime et universelle, Ravier nous guide sur un chemin de lumière intérieure, offrant des perspectives uniques sur la pratique spirituelle.

Beim jährlichen Schulball hofft Max, Emmi zu beeindrucken, doch ein Zauber bringt unerwartete Wahrheiten ans Licht. Chester gründet heimlich einen Skateboard-Club, während Meister Hubertus Jagd auf „schädliche Stadteinflüsse" macht. Als Max mit dem Lehrer eingeschlossen wird, sorgt ein Missgeschick für Chaos. Und beim „Staffellauf der Weisheit" überschätzt Max sich mit dem Stab der Weisheit – mit turbulenten Folgen für die Schule!