FIVE WEEKS IN A BALLOON(illustrated) #893285

• Illustrated Edition: Includes 20 stunning illustrations capturing key moments from each chapter.
• Enhanced Features: Contains a detailed summary, comprehensive character list, and an engaging biography 

Five Weeks in a Balloon by Jules Verne is an adventurous tale of exploration set in 19th-century Africa. The story follows Dr. Samuel Fergusson, his loyal servant Joe, and friend Richard Kennedy as they journey across the unexplored regions of Africa in a hydrogen-filled balloon. Their goal is to make geographical discoveries and map out unknown territories. Along the way, they face various dangers such as wild animals, storms, and encounters with hostile tribes. Combining scientific imagination with thrilling action, the novel highlights themes of curiosity, courage, and the spirit of discovery. It was Verne’s first major success and set the tone for his later science fiction works.