The best novels of Jules Verne describe journey or adventure. This novel is a classic example of this fact. A group of people travels around the world. The bet is to arrive at a fixed spot on a fixed date. The group is able to honour its commitment. It is a “must-read” for all adventure lovers, especially those who love to explore new places. The original flavor of these classics has been carefully retained in these abridged versions. Must be read by the youth, housewives, students and executives.