Around the world in eighty

days
Author: Jules Verne
Year of publication:1873
Genre: Adventure, fiction
Author: Jules Verne

• Born on February 8, 1828, in Nantes, France.

• Known as one of the pioneers of science fiction
• Other notable works include "Twenty Thousand Leagues
Under the Sea" and "Journey to the Center of the Earth“.
Novel Overview

• "Around the World in Eighty Days" follows the journey of

Phileas Fogg, a wealthy Englishman, who accepts a wager to
travel around the world in 80 days.
• Accompanied by his loyal valet, Jean Passepartout, Fogg
encounters various challenges and adventures along the way.
Main characters
• Main Characters
1. Phileas Fogg
• Wealthy and precise English gentleman.
• Takes a wager to travel around the world in 80 day.
• Cool and composed, with a strict routine.
2. Jean Passepartout
• Fogg's loyal and resourceful French valet.
• Provides comic relief throughout the journey.
• Skilled in various fields, aiding Fogg's travels.
Supporting Characters
• 1. Detective Fix
• Pursues Fogg, mistakenly believing him to be a bank robber
• Develops an unexpected relationship with Fogg as the story
progresses.
• Aouda
• Young Indian widow rescued by Fogg and Passepartout.
• Forms a bond with Fogg during their journey.
• Romantic subplot develops between her and Fogg.
Summary
• Phileas Fogg accepts a challenge to travel around the world
in 80 days.
• Sets off from London, accompanied by Passepartout.
• Faces numerous obstacles and adventures, including a
detective named Fix who suspects Fogg of a robbery.
• The journey takes them through various countries, including
Egypt, India, Hong Kong, and the United States.
• Overcomes challenges such as a shipwreck, a rescue, and
transportation delays.
• Fogg's relationship with Aouda, a young Indian widow,
develops along the way.
Summary
• Fogg and Passepartout face time constraints and an
increasing bounty on their heads.
• Rush back to London, racing against the clock.
• Surprising twist near the end reveals the truth about the
stolen money.
Themes
• Adventure and Exploration.
• The novel emphasizes the excitement and thrill of embarking
on a global adventure.
• Explores different cultures, landscapes, and modes of
transportation.
• Time and Determination
• Time plays a crucial role, as Fogg must complete the journey
within a specific timeframe.
• Demonstrates Fogg's determination, discipline, and
unwavering pursuit of his goal.
Themes
• Perception and Misjudgment
• People sometimes quickly judge others based on how they
look or stereotypes.
• Encourages readers to question assumptions and consider
the complexity of individuals.
Conclusion
• "Around the World in Eighty Days" is a captivating novel by
Jules Verne, showcasing adventure, determination, and the
power of human connection.
• Its enduring popularity and timeless themes continue to
captivate readers today.