A Journey to the Centre of the Earth

"A Journey to the Centre of the Earth" by Jules Verne is a science fiction novel written in the mid-19th century. The story follows the protagonist, Professor Otto Lidenbrock, and his nephew, Axel, as they embark on an extraordinary expedition to explore the depths of the Earth, spurred by an ancient manuscript that hints at the path to the planet's core. The novel combines adventure with scientific exploration, drawing upon the geological knowledge of its time.