The Jules Verne Library

In which the Tartar chieftain Feofar-Khan, advised by his lieutenant Ivan Ogareff, prepares to move his troops towards the important city of Tomsk, while prisoners, including two foreign correspondents and an old woman named Marfa Strogoff, endure a harsh march under strict guard. Amidst this grim journey, a young girl named Nadia silently offers comfort to Marfa, and through their growing sympath...

In which a weary convoy of prisoners, driven across a barren steppe, endures the harsh discipline of their captors as fate brings mother and son into a poignant but perilous reunion beside the river Tom. The vigil of enemies and spies casts a shadow over their meeting, while the defiant bravery of the Siberian matriarch and her son stirs the ire of their merciless tormentors.

In which Michael Strogoff, weary and pursued, seeks refuge and provisions amidst the smoke and flames of a stricken town while cautious of the advancing Tartar forces; and the peculiar calm of a telegraph clerk reveals the determined rivalry of two war correspondents eager to dispatch news of the turmoil. The scene closes upon a tense confrontation as the encircling soldiers seize Michael and the...

In which the vast and vividly described Tartar camp presents a striking tableau of diverse peoples and uneasy prisoners amid the unfolding turmoil of Siberia’s invasion, where Michael Strogoff remains resolute despite captivity. Meanwhile, the hopes and plans of two correspondents intersect with the dark shadow cast by Ivan Ogareff’s anticipated arrival, weaving a tense atmosphere of impending eve...

In which Michael Strogoff traverses a desolate and burning landscape scarred by the Tartars, questioning a distraught family and narrowly evading a formidable entourage of native horsemen bent on intercepting him. With resolute courage and the aid of his exhausted steed, he plunges into the swift currents of the Obi River to escape, embodying the perilous frontier spirit of Siberia.

In which Michael Strogoff embarks on a perilous journey across the vast and treacherous marshes of the Baraba, enduring both natural hardships and the ceaseless menace of relentless pursuers. Throughout this arduous passage, the persistent sufferings of his faithful horse and the stinging onslaught of countless insects test the steadfastness of the courier’s resolve as he pushes onward towards Irk...

In which Michael Strogoff and young Nadia strive onward through the perils of the Siberian steppe, determined to outpace both the advancing Tartars and the encroaching shadows of danger. Their courage and resolution are tested upon a treacherous river crossing where fate delivers them into the hands of a hostile and menacing force.

In which the beleaguered city of Omsk, narrowly held against Tartar forces led by the cunning traitor Ivan Ogareff, becomes the stage for Michael Strogoff’s arduous journey as he recovers from grievous wounds and maneuvers stealthily to continue his vital mission. Amidst the swarming enemy and the painful avoidance of reunion with his mother, Michael exemplifies unwavering resolve and duty, whilst...

In which the intrepid travellers continue their arduous journey across the vast Siberian steppe toward Ichim, their spirits tested by the perils and the ever-looming threat of invasion, rendered all the more pressing by the scarcity of resources and the uncertainty of the road ahead. At a post relay, a tense encounter unfolds between Michael Strogoff and a menacing stranger demanding his horses, r...

In which Michael Strogoff encounters two stranded travellers abandoned by their driver during a fierce storm on the Ural Mountains and generously offers assistance, leading to a newfound acquaintance and shared journey. Amidst the trials of nature and an unexpected encounter with a formidable bear, bravery and camaraderie are displayed in this somber and spirited passage.

In which Michael Strogoff and Nadia procure a sturdy tarantass to traverse the rugged journey from Perm towards the daunting Ural Mountains, braving the jolting roads and relentless pace imposed by the spirited iemschiks. Their steadfast resolve and familiarity with the harsh Russian landscape embolden them to undertake this night-and-day passage, undeterred by the looming storm and the mysterious...

In which Michael Strogoff and Nadia brave a fierce storm in the Ural Mountains, their journey fraught with howling winds, crashing thunder, and the ever-present danger of avalanches and treacherous roads. Their steadfast resolve and careful preparations are put to the test as nature’s fury mounts, forcing them to seek shelter and endure the tempest’s full wrath until dawn approaches.

In which the bustling confluence of the Volga and Kama rivers serves as a vivid backdrop to the steamer Caucasus’s pause at Kasan, where Michael Strogoff observes a troupe of enigmatic Tsiganes and contemplates the grave rumours of insurrection whispered among the crowds. Amidst this stirring scene, the young Livonian Nadia Fedor confides in Michael her poignant story of exile and unwavering resol...

In which the steamboat Caucasus departs from Nijni-Novgorod along the great and winding Volga, carrying a motley company of travellers whose fortunes are shadowed by recent edicts and whispered anxieties. Among them, Michael Strogoff watches and listens discreetly, pondering the knowledge of his mission lurking in the murmurings of strangers and the uneasy stirrings of the journey ahead.

In which Michael Strogoff arrives at the bustling and colourful fair of Nijni-Novgorod, where the mingling of traders, performers, and curious travellers creates a vivid tapestry of the vast Russian Empire’s commercial life, while strange movements of officials hint at ominous news. The peaceful market atmosphere is abruptly disturbed by official announcements imposing strict travel restrictions,...

In which strict orders expel all foreigners of Asiatic origin from the province, transforming the bustling fair of Nijni-Novgorod into a deserted market, and prompt Michael Strogoff to consider the welfare of a young Livonian girl similarly caught in the upheaval. Resolving to protect and accompany her on the arduous journey ahead, he secures official permission for them both to continue to Siberi...

In which we accompany Michael Strogoff as he embarks on a covert and perilous journey eastward, assuming the guise of a simple merchant to navigate the vast and restless expanse of Russia amidst whispers of rebellion and tension. Alongside him, a solitary young Livonian girl also undertakes her own quiet voyage, her calm demeanour belying the uncertainties that lie ahead as they traverse this vast...

In which the hardy and resolute Michael Strogoff is summoned before the Czar and entrusted with a crucial mission requiring courage, endurance, and unyielding resolve, drawn from his rugged upbringing and seasoned service across Siberia’s vast and formidable expanse. The narrative paints a vivid portrait of a man forged in the harsh wilderness, whose unshakeable loyalty and strength equip him to u...

In which the reader is introduced to the vast and remote expanse of Siberia, its political unrest, and the looming threat of a Tartar rebellion stirred by an elusive and dangerous exile. The Czar, troubled by intercepted intelligence and the severing of vital communications, contemplates the urgent need for a courageous courier to traverse great distances and warn his isolated brother of impending...

In which a splendid fête unfolds within the illuminated halls of the New Palace at Moscow, where nobles and diplomats mingle amidst delicate music and picturesque splendour, all under the watchful eyes of the Emperor, whose calm visage masks a brewing unease conveyed through urgent dispatches from beyond the distant Siberian frontier. Meanwhile, two keen correspondents, one French and the other En...

In which the colonists of Lincoln Island confront the grim revelation that their volcanic refuge is doomed to a cataclysmic destruction beyond human control, compelling them to hasten the completion of their ship as their only hope for survival. Amidst the fiery apocalypse, they witness the fearful struggle between molten lava and the island’s lakes, a vivid testament to nature’s indomitable power...

In which the remnants of Lincoln Island are reduced to a solitary rock, upon which the colonists endure a harrowing struggle for survival with dwindling provisions and fading hope. Their salvation arrives unexpectedly with the appearance of the yacht Duncan, bringing news and companionship that lead to the renewal of their lives far from the Pacific’s desolation.

In which the colonists of Lincoln Island diligently advance the construction of their new vessel amidst ominous signs of volcanic unrest, observing the growing disturbances of Mount Franklin with a mixture of practicality and concern. An expedition led by Cyrus Harding probes the increasing activity at the volcano’s heart, revealing a perilous weakness in the island’s subterranean structure that f...

In which the final hours of the enigmatic Captain Nemo are tenderly observed aboard the illuminated marvel of the Nautilus, as he imparts his solemn last wishes to Cyrus Harding and his companions amid the splendours of his underwater refuge. The colonists, moved by reverence and duty, carry out the captain’s burial beneath the waves, sealing the fate of the magnificent vessel and the extraordinar...

In which a mysterious and venerable stranger reveals himself as Captain Nemo, recounting the extraordinary and tragic saga of his life from royal Indian scion to solitary master of the ocean depths aboard the Nautilus. Through his poignant narrative, the castaways come to understand the benevolent hand that has guarded them and the profound sacrifices of a man who sought freedom beneath the waves.