The Floating Island

Set on a massive ship in the Pacific Ocean, a unique city called Milliard City is home to a community of millionaires. The story follows a French string quartet as they navigate the extraordinary adventures and challenges of life in this floating metropolis. Jules Verne's imaginative narrative explores themes of wealth, society, and innovation, offering a glimpse into a world where luxury and eccentricity collide. First published in 1895, it is part of Verne's renowned Voyages Extraordinaires series.