From the Earth to the Moon By: Jules Verne From the Earth to the Moon by Jules Verne was written in 1872. Verne forecasted with remarkable accuracy many scientific achievements of the 20th century. I believe Verne intended this book chiefly to be a satire of some people living at his time who were unable to accept the peaceful condition of the world. The Gun Club is nothing more than a group of disfigured and excitable …
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…Verne was. There are many sections that would require much research about astronomy, astronomical tools, and artillery. In conclusion, if you're looking for a great science fiction book, with a lot of satire and comedy, but also one with suspense and tension, then I highly recommend this book. It's a book that you can easily read in a short time since the language is relatively plain, and the story keeps you interested the entire time.