A Journey to the Center of the Earth by Jules Verne

A Journey to the Center of the Earth

Extraordinary Voyages #3

Jules Verne

280 pages • first pub 1864 (editions) user-added

fiction classics science fiction adventurous medium-paced

Description

 Journey to the Center of the Earth is a classic 1864 science fiction novel by Jules Verne. The story involves German professor Otto Lidenbrock who believes there are volcanic tubes going toward the centre of the Earth. He, his nephew Axel, and th...

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Moods

adventurous 98%
mysterious 31%
lighthearted 19%
informative 18%
tense 16%
funny 15%
challenging 13%
inspiring 10%
hopeful 9%
relaxing 7%
emotional 3%
reflective 3%

Pace

medium 51%
slow 25%
fast 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 73% | A mix: 18% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

No: 72% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 41% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 86% | Yes: 5% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 67% | Yes: 16% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 3%

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3.6

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