Soft cover book in good condition.  

Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne is a groundbreaking science fiction adventure novel (originally published in French as Vingt mille lieues sous les mers, 1869–1870). It follows a French professor, his servant, and a Canadian harpooner as they embark on an extraordinary underwater journey aboard a revolutionary submarine, exploring the ocean’s wonders and mysteries.

Special notes: Often called one of the first great modern science fiction works, Verne’s prescient depiction of the advanced electric submarine Nautilus and its features was remarkably ahead of its time (inspired by real early submarine designs). It’s part of Verne’s ambitious Voyages Extraordinaires series and remains one of his most acclaimed and influential books.

Appeals to: Readers who love classic adventure tales, early sci-fi, ocean exploration, and stories blending scientific wonder with thrilling voyages—ideal for fans of imaginative world-building, nature’s marvels, and enigmatic anti-heroes.