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portada Robur the Conqueror
Type
Physical Book
Publisher
Year
2024
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
21.6x14x1.2 cm
ISBN13
9789365785630

Robur the Conqueror

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Synopsis "Robur the Conqueror"

Robur the Conqueror by Jules Verne is a pioneering science fiction novel that delves into the possibilities of aerial exploration and the power of technological innovation. Published in 1886, the story introduces Robur, a brilliant yet enigmatic inventor who has designed an advanced flying machine called the Albatross. This airship, powered by rotors, represents a leap in aviation technology, allowing Robur to conquer the skies in a way that was unimaginable at the time.The novel begins with Robur interrupting a meeting of the Weldon Institute, a group of enthusiasts dedicated to the idea of building a dirigible. Robur challenges their vision, asserting that heavier-than-air flight is the future. To prove his point, he kidnaps two prominent members of the Institute, along with their servant, and takes them aboard the Albatross.As the story unfolds, Robur embarks on a global journey, demonstrating the superiority of his invention while also showcasing his own ambitions for control and power. The Albatross travels across continents, defying natural barriers and revealing the vast possibilities of flight. However, the captives, while awed by the technology, are increasingly concerned about Robur's authoritarian attitude and disregard for the established order.

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