After the refusal of his "The uncle Robinson" by his editor, Jules Verne focuses on the characters of scientists, which is found in most of his work. He eventually resume his idea by changing the characters, and wrote "The Mysterious Island".
The first part will remind readers enthusiasts the famous "Five Weeks in a Balloon"; the end will assumed footprints "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea." So we enter fully into the world of the author of this rich history book.
As for adventure, do not read summary, treat yourself! You'll quickly be captivated by these five Americans stranded on an unknown island, and strive to recreate a society in their image, to find peace on this distant shore. Eventually you will tie you to this island, to love live with the characters. This, in a thrilling pace that Jules Verne gave us the usual, full of unexpected twists all.
By cons, this edition is an abridged version of the work. Be careful: it lacks interesting times! It even happens that you read a passage that you did not understand, because the cut is sometimes questionable between events that explain each other. The style is cut, and it was like reading a book in jerky. Prefer a full edition, you do not lose the changes!
Good reading and bon voyage!
