About “The mighty Orinoco”
"The Mighty Orinoco" is a 1898 novel by Jules Verne, part of his "Voyages Extraordinaires" series. It follows a young man's journey along the Orinoco River in Venezuela to find his father. The story combines elements of adventure, science, and exploration, featuring challenges such as encounters with crocodiles, jungle fever, and hostile groups. It also includes humor, drama, and a mix of heroes and villains. The novel contains a unique twist that appeals to feminist readers, though the details are left for the reader to discover. A Wesleyan edition includes notes and a critical introduction by Walter James Miller, as well as reproductions of the original French illustrations.
Book details
- First published
- 1898
- Latest edition
- 2002 · ISBN 0819565113
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