Journey to the Moon

In Jules Verne's groundbreaking narrative, From the Earth to the Moon and Around the Moon, listeners embark on an extraordinary journey as an American projectile is launched toward the moon using gunpowder. This innovative tale explores concepts like escape velocity and weightlessness, seamlessly blending science with humor. Translated and annotated by David Coward and William Butcher, this edition reveals Verne's inspirations and his complex relationship with his publisher, offering a fresh perspective on a story that has inspired generations of dreamers and explorers.