"Meridiana: The Adventures of Three Englishmen and Three Russians" by Jules Verne is a tale of a scientific quest set in the wilds of South Africa, where astronomer William Emery and the resourceful Mokoum anticipate the arrival of an international team set on measuring the Earth's meridian. The story begins with the depiction of their beautiful but stark surroundings, and the budding relationship between the astronomer and bushman, as they await their compatriots arrival. The narrative quickly establishes not only the challenges of their pending expedition but also the scientific weight found in tracing the arc of the meridian, crafting a narrative where geographic exploration intertwines seamlessly with scientific ambition.
Meridiana: The Adventures of Three Englishmen and Three Russians In South Africa
By Jules Verne
A group of international scientists embark on an adventure together in uncharted territory to gather scientific data, as they use knowledge, skill, and bravery to make discoveries.
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About the AuthorJules Gabriel Verne was a French novelist, poet, and playwright. His collaboration with the publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel led to the creation of the Voyages extraordinaires, a series of bestselling adventure novels including Journey to the Center of the Earth (1864), Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas (1870), and Around the World in Eighty Days (1872). His novels, always well-researched according to the scientific knowledge then available, are generally set in the second half of the 19th century, taking into account the technological advances of the time.
Jules Gabriel Verne was a French novelist, poet, and playwright. His collaboration with the publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel led to the creation of the Voyages extraordinaires, a series of bestselling adventure novels including Journey to the Center of the Earth (1864), Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas (1870), and Around the World in Eighty Days (1872). His novels, always well-researched according to the scientific knowledge then available, are generally set in the second half of the 19th century, taking into account the technological advances of the time.
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