Around The World In 80 Days : Kessinger Publishing : 9781169283183 : 1169283187 : 10 Sep 2010 : Around the World in 80 Days is a classic adventure novel written by Jules Verne. The story follows the journey of Phileas Fogg, an English gentleman, who takes up a wager with his fellow club members to travel around the world in 80 days. Accompanied by his French valet, Passepartout, Fogg sets out on a journey that takes him across continents and oceans, encountering various obstacles and challenges along the way.As they travel through exotic locations such as India, Hong Kong, Japan, and the United States, Fogg and Passepartout are pursued by Detective Fix, who mistakenly believes Fogg to be a bank robber. The trio faces several setbacks, including a delay caused by a train accident, a typhoon in the Pacific Ocean, and a confrontation with Sioux warriors in America's Wild West.Despite these challenges, Fogg remains steadfast in his determination to win the bet and return to London on time.