"The year 1866 was signalised by a remarkable incident, a mysterious and puzzling phenomenon, which doubtless no one has yet forgotten." (Published 1870)I love the classics and plan to share some "opening lines" over the coming months. Comment if you like, or read for inspiration. Writing styles were different then, but were they really?
How well I remember the film, excellent choice.
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I think there is more than one, but not sure. Thanks, Yvonne!
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ReplyDeleteThat opening line was excellent and almost gave me a sinking feeling.
Gary :)
Ha-ha. I love your humor, Gary :)
DeleteI've recently downloaded the ebook from Gutenberg and am reading it. Verne was an amazing writer!
ReplyDeleteHi Sue. How fun that would be. I hope you enjoy it!
DeleteIf that doesn't grab you wanting to just sit back and read more, then I don;t know what will.
ReplyDeleteHi Birgit. It was the 'talked about' adventure story of its time. I wonder how it would read today.
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