The Adventures of Captain Hatteras by Jules Verne

The Adventures of Captain Hatteras

Extraordinary Voyages #2

Jules Verne with William Butcher (Translator)

402 pages first pub 1866 (editions)

fiction classics science fiction adventurous slow-paced

Description

Here is the first new translation of ever-popular adventure writer Jules Verne's thrilling novel of polar exploration in over a century. In the novel, First Mate Shandon receives a mysterious letter asking him to construct a reinforced steamship i...

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Community Reviews Summary of 81 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
informative 55%
tense 55%
emotional 33%
challenging 22%
hopeful 22%
inspiring 22%
sad 22%
dark 11%
funny 11%
mysterious 11%
reflective 11%

Pace

slow 66%
medium 22%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 85% | A mix: 14%

Strong character development?

No: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

No: 57% | Yes: 42%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 60% | Yes: 40%

Average rating

3.58

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