Jules Verne

William J. Hypperbone, or the Will of an Eccentric: [replica Edition] Jules Verne

A fantastic adventure across the United States awaits in the only exact replica edition of Jules Verne's rarest book ? used copies costing thousands of dollars. This edition is a replica of the original magazine print edition, looking as it looked in the magazine, including all the wonderful original illustrations by Georges Roux (over 60 of them). An extraordinary adventure that many say is better than Around the World in 80 Days, from the amazing Jules Verne of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea fame. William J. Hypperbone, one of the richest men in the world, has died ? and left his fortune to the winner of an unbelievable game set entirely in the U. S. With an introduction by Camille "Caz" Cazedessus II, who made this edition possible, and with a preface by Verne scholar Dr. Brian Taves. Join the players as they play hard to win a gigantic fortune?you'll love the ride!