Facing the Flag by Jules Verne

Name: Facing the Flag
Author: Jules Verne

Facing the Flag is a novel by Jules Verne that was first published in 1896. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Phileas Fogg, who wagers his fortune on a bet with his friends that he can travel around the world in 80 days or less. Along the way, Fogg and his companions encounter various challenges and obstacles, including a detective who is determined to arrest Fogg for a crime he did not commit. The novel is known for its blend of adventure, humor, and social commentary, and it has been widely influential in the development of the science fiction genre.

By Jules Verne · First published 1896 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Political Fiction · 18 chapters · 64,779 words

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The carte de visite received that day, June 15, 189-, by the director of the establishment of Healthful House was a very neat one, and simply bore, without escutcheon or coronet, the name:

Count d'Artigas.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Jules Verne
Date: 1896 CE
Language: English
Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Political Fiction, Naval Fiction, Espionage
Length: 64,779 words
Structure: 18 chapters, 1,441 paragraphs
Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)

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Science Fiction — The book contains elements of scientific development, discovery and intrigue, characteristic of the science fiction genre.
Adventure — The plot carries a consistent undertone of thrill and suspense, characteristic to adventure novels.
Political Fiction — The narrative offers a critique of colonialism and strategic supremacy among nations which makes it fall under the category of political fiction.
Naval Fiction — The maritime and nautical themes present in the plot aligns with the genre of naval fiction.