From The Earth To The Moon Direct In Ninety-Seven Hours And Twenty Minutes, And A Trip Round It (1890)

From The Earth To The Moon: Direct In Ninety-Seven Hours And Twenty Minutes, And A Trip Round It (1890) is a science fiction novel by Jules Verne. The story revolves around a group of wealthy men who decide to launch a cannon to the moon. The main character, Barbicane, leads the project and faces many challenges along the way. The book explores the technical and logistical aspects of space travel, as well as the political and social implications of such a feat. The story also includes a trip around the moon and the challenges faced by the crew during their journey. The book is considered a classic of science fiction and a pioneering work in the genre of space travel literature. Verne's vivid imagination and attention to detail make the story both entertaining and educational, and the book remains a popular read for science fiction fans and space enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.