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The Purchase of the North Pole: A New Translation
| AUTHOR | Petault, David; Verne, Jules |
| PUBLISHER | Independently Published (01/08/2025) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
First published in 1889 as Sans dessus dessous (literally "Upside Down"), Jules Verne's The Purchase of the North Pole offers a compelling blend of science fiction, satire, and social commentary. This lesser-known sequel to From the Earth to the Moon reunites readers with the members of the Baltimore Gun Club, who embark on a daring and controversial venture that challenges the boundaries of human ambition and the ethics of technological advancement.
The novel begins with an astonishing revelation: the Gun Club has purchased the rights to the North Pole. Their goal? To alter Earth's axis using a colossal cannon in order to make untapped polar regions more accessible and profitable. This audacious plan sparks worldwide debate, inviting both admiration for its ingenuity and alarm over its potential consequences. As the story unfolds, Verne explores the implications of unchecked scientific ambition, from the environmental risks posed by the Gun Club's scheme to the moral dilemmas of exploiting nature for profit.
The Purchase of the North Pole is a fascinating exploration of the power of human innovation and its consequences. Verne's narrative deftly balances humor and suspense, using the exaggerated personalities of the Gun Club members to satirize the hubris of those who prioritize progress at any cost. At the same time, the novel reflects Verne's deep interest in the scientific discoveries and geopolitical tensions of his era, making it a thought-provoking commentary on humanity's relationship with technology and the natural world.
For readers familiar with From the Earth to the Moon, this sequel offers a chance to reconnect with Verne's iconic characters while engaging with fresh themes of environmentalism and global responsibility. Even as Verne's vision borders on the absurd, the questions he raises remain strikingly relevant today.
To read The Purchase of the North Pole is to experience Jules Verne at his sharpest and most imaginative. It is a tale that entertains, provokes, and invites reflection on the balance between progress and preservation-a balance humanity continues to navigate in the modern world.
First published in 1889 as Sans dessus dessous (literally "Upside Down"), Jules Verne's The Purchase of the North Pole offers a compelling blend of science fiction, satire, and social commentary. This lesser-known sequel to From the Earth to the Moon reunites readers with the members of the Baltimore Gun Club, who embark on a daring and controversial venture that challenges the boundaries of human ambition and the ethics of technological advancement.
The novel begins with an astonishing revelation: the Gun Club has purchased the rights to the North Pole. Their goal? To alter Earth's axis using a colossal cannon in order to make untapped polar regions more accessible and profitable. This audacious plan sparks worldwide debate, inviting both admiration for its ingenuity and alarm over its potential consequences. As the story unfolds, Verne explores the implications of unchecked scientific ambition, from the environmental risks posed by the Gun Club's scheme to the moral dilemmas of exploiting nature for profit.
The Purchase of the North Pole is a fascinating exploration of the power of human innovation and its consequences. Verne's narrative deftly balances humor and suspense, using the exaggerated personalities of the Gun Club members to satirize the hubris of those who prioritize progress at any cost. At the same time, the novel reflects Verne's deep interest in the scientific discoveries and geopolitical tensions of his era, making it a thought-provoking commentary on humanity's relationship with technology and the natural world.
For readers familiar with From the Earth to the Moon, this sequel offers a chance to reconnect with Verne's iconic characters while engaging with fresh themes of environmentalism and global responsibility. Even as Verne's vision borders on the absurd, the questions he raises remain strikingly relevant today.
To read The Purchase of the North Pole is to experience Jules Verne at his sharpest and most imaginative. It is a tale that entertains, provokes, and invites reflection on the balance between progress and preservation-a balance humanity continues to navigate in the modern world.