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Around the World in Eighty Days
A precise and unflappable English gentleman bets his friends that he can circle the globe in eighty days. With his resourceful servant, he races across continents while a detective tracks him.
Facts last checked 2026-10-16
- First published
- 1872
- Pace
- Fast
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 246
- Format
- Standalone
Read this if you want a cheerful, quick-moving classic where every obstacle is another reason to enjoy the ride.
Skip this if you want deep characters; the fun is in the speed and the clever logistics.
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Quick answers about Around the World in Eighty Days
- What is Around the World in Eighty Days about?
- A precise and unflappable English gentleman bets his friends that he can circle the globe in eighty days. With his resourceful servant, he races across continents while a detective tracks him.
- Who should read Around the World in Eighty Days?
- Read it if you want a cheerful, quick-moving classic where every obstacle is another reason to enjoy the ride. Skip it if you want deep characters; the fun is in the speed and the clever logistics.
- How long and how fast is Around the World in Eighty Days?
- It is a fast-paced, short read of about 246 pages, first published in 1872.
- Does Around the World in Eighty Days have content warnings?
- We have not noted any content warnings for this book yet.
- Can I borrow Around the World in Eighty Days for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Around the World in Eighty Days; the borrow button above searches it for you.
- What should I read after Around the World in Eighty Days?
- Readers who liked it often move on to The Hobbit, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.
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