The Pearl of Lima: A Story of True Love by Jules Verne

Author: Jules Verne | Published: 1852

The Pearl of Lima: A Story of True Love Synopsis

The Pearl of Lima, also known as Martin Paz, is a novel by Jules Verne, first published in 1852.

In this dramatic story, the main character is Martin Paz, described as a handsome young man who often wears the traditional clothing of a mountain Indian. Despite the class and cultural differences, Martin Paz feels strongly connected to a beautiful young girl named Sarah, viewing her as belonging to him. Martin ends up facing perilous situations, including the possibility of being captured and losing his life and his beloved Sarah.

Excerpt from the Pearl of Lima: A Story of True Love

The sun had disappeared behind the snowy peaks of the Cordilleras; but the beautiful Peruvian sky long retains, through the transparent veil of night, the reflection of his rays; the atmosphere is impregnated with a refreshing coolness, which in these burning latitudes affords freedom of breath; it is the hour in which one can live a European life, and seek without on the verandas some cooling gentle zephyr; it seems as if a metallic roof was then interposed between the sun and the earth, which, retaining the heat and suffering only the light to pass, offers beneath its shelter a reparative repose.

About Jules Verne

Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French writer widely regarded as one of the pioneers of science fiction literature. Born in Nantes, France, on February 8, 1828, Verne was fascinated with travel and exploration from an early age. However, his father wanted him to pursue a legal career, and Verne reluctantly studied law in Paris.

Despite his legal studies, Verne's passion for writing persisted, and he began to contribute articles and plays to various publications. In the 1850s, he met Pierre-Jules Hetzel, a publisher who recognized Verne's talent and encouraged him to write adventure stories for young readers. This partnership proved instrumental in shaping Verne's literary career. Throughout his career, Verne wrote extensively about various technological advancements and envisioned futuristic inventions, such as submarines, space travel, and time machines, which were often far ahead of their time. Find out more about Jules Verne at sevenov.com.