Journey to the Center of the Earth (Illustrated First Edition)

by Jules Verne

What secrets lie beneath our feet? When Professor Lidenbrock deciphers a mysterious runic manuscript, he believes it holds the key to one of the greatest discoveries of all time—a passage to the Earth's core. Accompanied by his nephew Axel and their fearless guide, the trio embarks on a daring descent into a hidden underground world, where prehistoric creatures roam, lost civilizations may exist, and the laws of nature itself seem to bend. A subterranean world untouched by time, filled with ancient life and forgotten mysteries. One of the most influential adventure novels ever written, inspiring real-world explorations and scientific theories. A literary foundation for Hollow Earth and Inner Earth myths, directly linked to Admiral Byrd’s alleged discoveries. A thrilling blend of science, exploration, and imagination, Journey to the Center of the Earth remains one of Jules Verne’s most celebrated works, influencing generations of thinkers, explorers, and theorists.