Revised underwater classic for young readers

A new version of Vingt mille lieues sous les mers (Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea) has been adapted for younger audiences. This edition, by Laure Grandbesançon with illustrations by Gianluca Foli, updates the original story by Jules Verne with modern references and a more concise narrative. It retains the core adventure of Professor Pierre Aronnax and his companions being captured by the mysterious Captain Nemo aboard the Nautilus.

Technological marvel of the sea

The book describes the Nautilus as a futuristic submarine powered by seawater and electricity generated from salt. Readers follow the characters through various underwater adventures, including encounters with a giant sea spider, a gold-filled shipwreck, and the mythical city of Atlantis. These elements bring the original tale to life for a new generation of readers.

Polar expedition in comic form

Another new book, Direction l’Antarctique, takes a different approach by combining a polar expedition with a comic format. Written by Guillaume de Rémacle and illustrated by Adrienne Barman, it follows a group of children on a journey to the Antarctic with Marc, a polar expedition guide. The book offers a mix of adventure and education as the children explore the region.

Learning through adventure in the Antarctic

The comic-style narrative includes scientific content and humor as the children travel by motor boat to study penguins, seals, and glaciers. They also visit an old scientific base on a remote island, reflecting on the challenges of life in the extreme environment. The book emphasizes the importance of preserving the Antarctic’s fragile ecosystem through engaging storytelling and vivid illustrations.