03 - Topsy-Turvy by Jules Verne

from Topsy-Turvy · host Jules Verne

Jules Verne’s Topsy-Turvy takes a fascinating and oddly prophetic look at global warming—through the lens of 19th-century adventure fiction. A group of inventors sets out to tilt the Earth’s axis to melt the Arctic ice, all in the name of resource exploitation. As scientific ambition collides with unforeseen consequences, this thought-provoking story raises questions about environmental responsibility and human ingenuity. A must-read for fans of Verne’s visionary storytelling.

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