Michel Strogoff: De Moscou a Irkoutsk
1876
Published in 1876, 'Michel Strogoff: De Moscou a Irkoutsk' by Jules Verne is a historical adventure novel set against the backdrop of the Russian-Tatar conflict during the reign of Alexander II. The story follows Michel Strogoff, a determined courier sent by the czar to deliver an urgent message to his brother in Irkoutsk. The novel explores themes of loyalty, duty, and endurance as Strogoff faces numerous dangers on his journey. Verne's work is notable for its vivid portrayal of 19th-century Russia and the resilience of its characters in the face of adversity.
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“In the course of time, Michael Strogoff reached a high station in the Empire. But it is not the history of his success, but the history of his trials, which deserves to be related.””
— Jules Verne
“sí, los franceses son buenos; un poco bestias, si usted quiere, pero se les disculpa porque son franceses.””
— Jules Verne
“Aparecerá el mujik sonriente, y tenderá la mano a su huésped; le ofrecerá el pan y la sal y pondrá el samovar al fuego; el viajero se encontrará como en su casa. Si es necesario, el resto de la familia se mudará de casa para hacerle sitio. Cuando llega un extranjero, es pariente de todos, porque es «aquel que Dios envía».””
— Jules Verne
“[...] avec de la tête et du coeur, on va loin!””
— Jules Verne
“Abre bien los ojos, mira.””
— Jules Verne
