Introduction Seminar on Around the World in

Eighty Days by Jules Verne

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Author: Jules VerneOriginal Language: French

Around the World in Eighty Days

Year Published and Set: 1873

Historical Era: British Empire

Genre: Comedy

Century: Nineteenth century

Protagonist: Phileas Fogg

Antagonist: Detective Fix

Themes in Around the World in Eighty Days

The shrinking of the world due to

globalization

The constraints of law and time, neither of

which can be overcome through human effort

Taking big risks without knowing the end result

The globe-spanning power of British

imperialism

The progress brought about by scientific

invention

Even the most solitary loner can be touched

by the care and love of companions

One of yesterday’s slides from the photo slideshow had special significance for Around the World in Eighty

Days. Do you remember what your guess was?

This is Nellie Bly, celebrated pioneer of

modern journalism

Phileas Fogg– The British gentleman

Eccentric, odd, and difficult to have fun with

Enjoys gambling, specifically the card game “whist”

Respectable and honor-bound

Can be seen as a stereotype of British people

Passepartout – The French servant

Often forgets simple things and puts others in difficult situations because of this

Can often be a stereotype of French people during this period

Shows bravery and loyalty towards those whom he cares about

Foil with Fogg, meaning they are opposite

Symbols in Around the World in Eighty Days

Arrest warrant

Passepartout’s lost shoes

Pocket watch

The card game of whist

Symbols in Around the World in Eighty Days

The constraints of law in a civilized society

Clumsiness and foolishness

The immutability of time. Immutable means unchangeable.

Risk and daring