L'île à hélice by Jules Verne

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Author Verne, Jules, 1828-1905
Title L'île à hélice
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Summary "L'île à hélice" by Jules Verne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story focuses on a quartet of musicians, known as the Quatuor Concertant, who find themselves in a series of misadventures while traveling through California en route to a concert in San Diego. From the outset, the narrative promises a blend of adventure and musical artistry as the characters navigate challenges in a foreign land. The opening of the novel introduces the four musicians after their coach overturns on a difficult road in Baja California. They assess their situation with some humor despite the setbacks, revealing their camaraderie and personalities. Each character is described in detail, from the ambitious first violinist Yvernès to the jovial alto Pinchinat, alongside their leader, the irritable cellist Sébastien Zorn. The scene is set for an exploration of both the physical landscape of California and the cultural quirks of the characters, hinting at the whimsical yet tumultuous journey ahead. As they embark on foot in the darkness towards a nearby village, their resourcefulness and musical talents will be tested in unforeseen ways. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Science fiction
Subject Islands -- Fiction
Subject Oceania -- Fiction
Subject Voyages, Imaginary -- Fiction
Subject Imaginary places -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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