A Winter Amid the Ice by Jules Verne
The story takes place in a remote Arctic region where a group of scientists and explorers are stranded due to severe weather conditions. They must work together to survive the harsh environment and uncover the secrets of the icy landscape. As they navigate through treacherous terrain, they stumble upon an ancient civilization hidden beneath the ice. The team soon discovers that this lost city holds the key to understanding the Earth's geological history and the mysteries of the polar regions. The novel explores themes of survival, scientific discovery, and human ingenuity in the face of extreme adversity. Through their experiences, the characters learn valuable lessons about teamwork, perseverance, and the importance of pushing beyond the boundaries of human knowledge.
By Jules Verne · First published 1867 · Genre: Adventure, Science Fiction, Historical Fiction · 16 chapters · 28,489 words
First lines
The curé of the ancient church of Dunkirk rose at five o'clock on the 12th of May, 18-, to perform, according to his custom, low mass for the benefit of a few pious sinners.
Attired in his priestly robes, he was about to proceed to the altar, when a man entered the sacristy, at once joyous and frightened. He was a sailor of some sixty years, but still vigorous and sturdy, with, an open, honest countenance.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Jules Verne
- Date: 1867 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Science Fiction, Historical Fiction, Travel Literature, Drama
- Length: 28,489 words
- Structure: 16 chapters, 535 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The plot centers around exploration and survival in a harsh, icy environment.
- Science Fiction — Incorporates speculative elements related to technology and the natural world.
- Historical Fiction — Set against a backdrop of historical exploration and scientific discovery.
- Travel Literature — Describes the journey and experiences of characters in an unfamiliar landscape.
Tags
Adventure · Science Fiction · Exploration · Polar Expedition · Survival Story · Historical Fiction · 19th Century Literature · Classic Novel · Travelogue · Scientific Discovery · Iceberg · Shipwreck
Contents
- The Black Flag
- Jean Cornbutte's Project
- A Ray of Hope
- In the Passes
- Liverpool Island
- The Quaking of the Ice
- Settling for the Winter
- Plan of the Explorations
- The House of Snow
- Buried Alive
- A Cloud of Smoke
- The Return to the Ship
- The Two Rivals
- Distress
- The White Bears
- Conclusion
More by Jules Verne
- An Express of the Future (1905)
- Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas (1870)
- Journey to the Centre of the Earth (1864)
- The Mysterious Island (1875)
- Alrededor de la luna (1870)
- Cinco semanas en globo (1863)
- Dueño del mundo (1904)
- La jornada de un periodista americano en el 2889 (1889)
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