A Voyage in a Balloon (1852)
A Voyage in a Balloon (1852)
A Voyage in a Balloon, written by Jules Verne in 1852, is a short novel that explores the themes of adventure and scientific curiosity through the lens of early aerostation. The story follows an experienced aeronaut who, after his companions withdraw, embarks on a daring balloon journey with the eccentric Erostratus. Their ascent from Frankfort, Germany, leads to a chaotic struggle for control amid stormy skies, highlighting the dangers and excitement of ballooning. This work is notable for its imaginative storytelling and detailed scientific elements, marking it as an early example of speculative fiction.
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“As for difficulties," replied Ferguson, in a serious tone, "they were made to be overcome.””
— Jules Verne
“We must look upon what is to occur as having already occurred, and see nothing but the present in the future, for the future is but the present a little farther on.””
— Jules Verne
“Death, the beginning of eternal things, is only the end of earthly cares. -Priest””
— Jules Verne
“Besides," said Kennedy, "the time when industry gets a grip of everything and uses it to its own advantage may not be particularly amusing. If men go on inventing machinery they'll end up by being swallowed by their own machines. I've always thought that the last day will be brought about by some colossal boiler heated to three thousand atmospheres blowing up the world.""And I bet the Yankees will have had a hand in it," said Joe.””
— Jules Verne
“The man who was born to be hung will never be drowned!””
— Jules Verne
“If savages had the ways of gentlemen, where would be the difference?””
— Jules Verne
“Huzza for the Queen! Huzza for Old England!””
— Jules Verne
“There will not always be scientific men, perhaps, but there always will be poets.””
— Jules Verne
“Poh! doctor, one has only just to follow things along as they happen, and he can always work his way out of a scrape! The safest plan, you see, is to take matters as they come.””
— Jules Verne
