An Antarctic Mystery
Uncovering secrets in the icy depthsBy Jules Verne
Length8h 24m
About this audiobook
In "An Antarctic Mystery," Jules Verne presents an adventurous narrative that intertwines elements of science fiction and exploration. Drawing inspiration from Edgar Allan Poe's "The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket," Verne embarks on a treacherous quest to uncover the fate of the fictional explorer. Set against the awe-inspiring and foreboding backdrop of Antarctica, the novel artfully combines detailed descriptions of the icy landscape with thrilling episodes of survival and discovery. Verne's signature meticulous research shines through, ensuring a rich tapestry of maritime knowledge and geographical inquiry, while his narrative style oscillates deftly between suspense and moments of lyrical reflection. Jules Verne, often hailed as the father of science fiction, was driven by an insatiable curiosity for the mysteries of the natural world and human ingenuity. Growing up in the port city of Nantes, Verne's early exposure to maritime culture and literature profoundly influenced his storytelling. His fascination with exploration, technology, and the limits of human achievement is palpable in this work, where he merges factual geography with imaginative adventure. "An Antarctic Mystery" is a compelling read for lovers of adventure and those intrigued by the intersection of fact and fiction. Its exploration of human endurance against nature, paired with rich thematic elements of mystery, makes it an essential addition to any literary collection. Verne'Äôs mastery invites readers to embark on an unforgettable journey, echoing the unyielding human spirit in the face of the unknown.
Audiobook details
GenreScience Fiction, Action and Adventure
Length8 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
16CHAPTER XIV. A VOICE IN A DREAM.
2(Also called THE SPHINX OF THE ICE FIELDS)
17CHAPTER XV. BENNET ISLET.
3CHAPTER I. THE KERGUELEN ISLANDS
18CHAPTER XVI. TSALAL ISLAND.
4CHAPTER II. THE SCHOONER HALBRANE
19CHAPTER XVII. AND PYM?
5CHAPTER III. CAPTAIN LEN GUY
20CHAPTER XVIII. A REVELATION.
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6CHAPTER IV. FROM THE KERGUELEN ISLES TO PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
21CHAPTER XIX. LAND?
7CHAPTER V. EDGAR POE’S ROMANCE
22CHAPTER XX. “UNMERCIFUL DISASTER”
8CHAPTER VI. AN OCEAN WAIF.
23CHAPTER XXI. AMID THE MISTS.
9CHAPTER VII. TRISTAN D’ACUNHA.
24CHAPTER XXII. IN CAMP.
10CHAPTER VIII. BOUND FOR THE FALKLANDS.
25CHAPTER XXIII. FOUND AT LAST
11CHAPTER IX. FITTING OUT THE HALBRANE
26CHAPTER XXIV. ELEVEN YEARS IN A FEW PAGES.
12CHAPTER X. THE OUTSET OF THE ENTERPRISE.
27CHAPTER XXV. “WE WERE THE FIRST.”
13CHAPTER XI. FROM THE SANDWICH ISLANDS TO THE POLAR CIRCLE.
28CHAPTER XXVI. A LITTLE REMNANT.
14CHAPTER XII. BETWEEN THE POLAR CIRCLE AND THE ICE WALL.
29THE END.
15CHAPTER XIII. ALONG THE FRONT OF THE ICEBERGS.
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