Deep Sea Reading

If ever, you have time on your hands, I highly recommend the 19th century masterpiece Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. First published in 1870, Jules Verne had the minds of the near future thinking a lot about science fiction. The story is known for it's overpowering sense of confusion and potential combined to make its readers think and live within the story. From the first time I heard of the novel and saw the 1954 film in third grade, I have had a love for Jules Verne and his works.
The story talks about how a mysterious being of some sort is behind all the ship attacks during the mid-1800's between Europe and the United States. Told from a professor's point of view, who happens to be taken aboard this vessel after trying to destroy it, along with two companions, his assistant and a harpooner, he begins to see the difference between his life and the life of the staff on this so-called "monster" that has kept northern hemisphere wondering. Once aboard the submarine type machine, the three friends learn the ways of the sea and how the infamous Captain Nemo runs things beneath the surface. Adventure is with the reader every step of the way starting with page one.
Overall, the whole story is a running, action-filled, drama that keeps the pages turning. Let yourself open the door to this magnificent work, and have Captain Nemo show you the way in.