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Robur the Conqueror (French: Robur-le-Conquérant) is a science fiction novel by Jules Verne, published in 1886. It is also known as The Clipper of the Clouds. It has a sequel, Master of the World, which was published in 1904.
- Jules Verne
- 1886
There is one meaning in OED's entry for the noun robur. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence.
Mar 1, 2003 · Summary. "Robur the Conqueror" by Jules Verne is a riveting novel written during the late 19th century that delves into the realm of aviation and innovation. The story revolves around Robur, an audacious engineer who challenges the conventional balloonists and showcases his remarkable flying machine, the "Albatross," defying the limits of ...
- Jules Verne
- Norman Wolcott
- 1886
- Robur the Conqueror
Robur the Conqueror (French: Robur-le-Conquérant) is a science fiction novel by Jules Verne, published in 1886. It is also known as The Clipper of the
Sep 24, 2024 · Noun. [edit] rōbur n (genitive rōboris); third declension. an oak tree. Designating a specific kind and opposed to quercus, aesculus. hardness. strength. Synonyms: vīs, ops, vehementia. stronghold. Declension. [edit] Third-declension noun (neuter, imparisyllabic non-i-stem).
Robur the Conqueror is a scientific fiction story about the inventor of a marvelous heavier-than-air craft in the time when lighter-than-airships (e.g. balloons & dirigibles) were just making controlled voyages (okay balloons don’t make controlled trips, but you get the idea).
ROBUR THE CONQUEROR. By Jules Verne. Contents. I Mysterious sounds. II Agreement Impossible. III A Visitor is Announced. IV In Which a New Character Appears V Another Disappearance. VI The President and Secretary Suspend Hostilities VII On board the Albatross.
