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Born on February 8, 1828, in Nantes, France, Jules Gabriel Verne is often hailed as one of the forefathers of science fiction. A prolific writer, his opus includes more than sixty novels that constitute the celebrated 'Voyages extraordinaires.' An alumnus of the lycée of Nantes and later a law student in Paris, Verne's early foray into literature featured plays and operettas. It was his encounter with publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel that gave direction to his writing, resulting in a fruitful partnership that produced many of his signature works such as 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea,' 'Journey to the Center of the Earth,' and 'Around the World in Eighty Days'. Verne's literary style is notable for its adventurous spirit and meticulous attention to scientific detail, a testament to his keen interest in the scientific advancements of his era. While the book referenced, 'The Greats of Sci-Fi: H. G Wells Edition,' suggests an affiliation with the work of H.G. Wells, it remains a matter of clarification, as Verne's own contributions to the science fiction genre stand distinct and monumental. He died on March 24, 1905, leaving behind a legacy of imagination that continues to inspire and captivate. His novels, which are often considered as predictive of future technologies, have been translated into many languages, cementing Verne's place as a universal storyteller whose visions transcended the boundaries of his time.
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