<p>Jules Verne's pioneering science fiction duology, 'From the Earth to the Moon; and, Round the Moon', harnesses the Victorian fascination with technology and exploration, marrying it to an adventurous spirit steeped in scientific curiosity. The narrative, couched in Verne's meticulous research and prophetic vision, tells the tale of an audacious expedition by members of the Baltimore Gun Club to launch three men to the Moon. Verne's work not on...