Journey To The Center Of The Earth

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1864

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Before You Read

Summary

Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Chapters 1-8

Chapters 9-16

Chapters 17-29

Chapters 30-40

Chapters 41-46

Character Analysis

Themes

Symbols & Motifs

Important Quotes

Essay Topics

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Discussion Questions

Essay Topics

What can you infer from Verne’s choice of nationality for his protagonists? What about his choice of destination and subsequent description of Iceland (and of Hans)? Why are the main characters not French?

Why is Otto described as such an unlovable character? Do you think he loves his family? Are you able to identify with him? What about Axel?

Why is Axel shown to be so reluctant to undertake the journey at first? Is he a typical hero? Why is the story told from his perspective, rather than from Otto’s?