He left London with his French valet Passepartout and followed the route given as follows: Map of the trip in Around the World in 80 Days (Source: Wikimedia Commons) London, the UK to Suez, Egypt He accepts a wager for £20,000 (which would be equal to about £1.5 million today) from his fellow club members, which he will receive if he makes it around the world in 80 days. The article stated that with the opening of a new railway section in India, it is now possible to travel around the world in 80 days. In the story by Jules Verne, Fogg gets into an argument with his fellow members At the Reform Club over an article in The Daily Telegraph. Wanna bet? Walt Disney Pictures/Walden Media (Source: GIPHY) It inspired people to easily set a schedule, book tickets and travel around the world, which wasn’t common during the Victorian era. Railway became a travelling standard which in turn increased global tourism. It highlights how technology was advancing rapidly during this period. The book which was published in 1873, and is a rip-roaring adventure set primarily in Victorian England. To support your learning, we highlight key vocabulary, and explore grammar topics from the book.“Around the World in 80 Days” is a classic adventure novel written by Jules Verne tells the story of Phileas Fogg (and his French valet Passepartout) who attempt to circumnavigate the globe in 80 days. You will be reading the original story, not a simplified version. It is suitable for people with an intermediate to advanced level. Read has been designed for people learning English. Along the way they meet interesting characters and face many challenges.Īlthough Around the World in 80 Days is a fictional story, it is based on real places and events. The story follows Phileas Fogg, and his servant Passepartout, on their journey around the world. In 1872, Phileas Fogg is a wealthy London resident, who makes a bet with his friends that he can complete a trip around the world in 80 days. With each segment, you will find additional notes to help you follow the journey.

The book is divided into short, easy-to-read segments. At the same time, you will learn about the places he visits, and improve your vocabulary and grammar.

Join us as we read Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne, and follow Phileas Fogg on his exciting journey around the world.

The journey around the world in 80 days