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The Adventures of a Special Correspondent Among the Various Races and Countries of Central Asia Being the Exploits and Experiences of Claudius Bombarnac of "The Twentieth Century"

By Jules Verne

(3.5 stars) ‱ 10 reviews

A reporter's ordinary assignment explodes into an extraordinary adventure as he crosses paths with unique characters and diverse cultures across the exotic landscapes of Central Asia.

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2004-02-01
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Summary

"The Adventures of a Special Correspondent Among the Various Races and Countries of Central Asia" by Jules Verne is a story about Claudius Bombarnac who works as a special reporter for the "Twentieth Century" newspaper, whose ordinary task transforms into an exciting trip through the heart of Central Asia. As he gets ready to leave Tiflis and travel across the Grand Transasiatic line to the Celestial Empire, his journey becomes a display of different cultures, unusual people, and interesting happenings. Bombarnac's experiences and fun way of writing bring to life a world rich with culture and adventure, where he meets a colorful cast of characters such as a chatty American sales person and a mysterious German, giving readers a look into the wonders and mysteries of Central Asia.

About the Author

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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