| Author |
Verne, Jules, 1828-1905 |
| LoC No. |
63056363
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| Title |
A Winter Amid the Ice, and Other Thrilling Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
Doctor Ox's experiment -- Master Zacharius -- A drama in the air -- A winter amid the ice -- The fortieth French ascent of Mont Blanc.
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| Credits |
Alan Winterrowd
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| Summary |
"A Winter Amid the Ice, and Other Thrilling Stories" by Jules Verne is a collection of adventure stories written in the late 19th century. The opening story, "Doctor Ox's Experiment," introduces the quiet and unremarkable town of Quiquendone, where the townspeople are phlegmatic and content in their monotony, until the arrival of Doctor Ox, a maverick scientist. The primary focus revolves around the bizarre transformations that begin to unfold in this seemingly mundane place, challenging the status quo and igniting unforeseen dynamics among the residents. At the start of the narrative, Verne sets the scene by describing the town of Quiquendone, emphasizing its peaceful yet dull nature and introducing its notable, apathetic characters like the burgomaster Van Tricasse and the counselor Niklausse. The plot kicks into motion as Doctor Ox proposes an experimental lighting project using oxyhydric gas, aimed to transform the town’s illumination. Little do the townsfolk know that this scientific endeavor will unleash an unforeseen epidemic of excitement and alter their temperament from lethargic to passionately volatile, sparking conflicts and stirring unrest in the town that has long been characterized by docility. The opening chapters lay the groundwork for exploring themes of change, societal norms, and the unexpected consequences of introducing innovation into a stable yet stagnant environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French fiction -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
28657 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 5, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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