Abhishek Sharma
Fun, adventurous, and original. Jules Verne is considered the father of science fiction for a reason. His books, in my opinion, hold up better than most classics out there. I can only imagine how exciting it must have been reading his stories back the 1800s. Journey to the Centre of the Earth is not Verne’s strongest work but is still a fast-paced and fun read. The story follows a professor, his nephew, and their trusty Icelandic guide as they journey down through the Earths crusts. Verne’s stories are always well-researched and I appreciate how he manages to seamlessly incorporate science and geography into the narrative. I always finish his books feeling just a little bit smarter than before. “We are of opinion that instead of letting books grow moldy behind an iron grating, far from the vulgar gaze, it is better to let them wear out by being read.” ― Jules Verne, Journey to the Center of the Earth
