Jules Verne and the Invention of the Future

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From the acclaimed biographer of explorers comes a unique exploration of Jules Verne, the novelist whose imagination sparked a transformation in modern society and technology, influencing figures from J.R.R. Tolkien to Jeff Bezos. His stories inspired literary giants and real-world expeditions, compelling undersea explorers, aviation pioneers, and astronauts to seek the unknown. Verne is one of the most widely translated authors, second only to Agatha Christie and Shakespeare, with his legacy evident in Jeff Bezos’s rocket factory, which features a replica of a spaceship from one of his novels. Considered the “father of science fiction,” Verne is an icon of inventiveness and applied imagination. His novels, including classics like *Around the World in 80 Days* and *Journey to the Center of the Earth*, not only entertained but also predicted innovations that became everyday realities. Brimming with intellect, science, adventure, and paradoxes, his work imagined a world beyond the limits of the possible, inspiring future generations to achieve the unthinkable. From biographer Laurence Bergreen, this account of Verne is engaging, vibrant, and richly researched, highlighting a visionary who profoundly shaped our modern world.