Around the World in Eighty Days Summary

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Around the World in Eighty Days Summary Overview

Phileas Fogg is a secluded English gentleman with an affluent lifestyle based in London, whose life is meticulously scheduled, and shrouded in mystery due to his reticent nature. His monotonous routine is disrupted when he fires his servant for a minor error and hires Jean Passepartout, a Frenchman seeking a quieter life after a series of chaotic jobs. The pair's lives take a dramatic turn when, during a game of whist at Fogg's club, talk of a gentlemanly bank robber sparks a conversation about global travel. Fogg boldly declares that advancements in transportation make it possible to traverse the globe in 80 days, leading to a hefty wager with his disbelieving friends. Meanwhile, Detective Fix, who becomes convinced that Fogg is the elusive bank robber, begins tailing him, motivated by the substantial reward for Fogg's capture. Despite Fix's relentless pursuit and plans to delay them, Fogg, Passepartout, and a rescued English woman named Aouda, continue their journey, facing varying challenges, from cultural misunderstandings to dangerous encounters. Even as Fix reveals his suspicions to Passepartout, the loyal servant refuses to betray Fogg, but later sees Fix as a means to expedite their return to London. Despite numerous trials and tribulations, including a missed boat to England and resorting to burning parts of their ship for fuel, the group remains resilient. However, upon their return, Fogg discovers they've arrived late, thus losing the wager. Stricken with defeat, Fogg withdraws until Aouda professes her love and proposes marriage, prompting Fogg's emotional reciprocation. In the midst of wedding preparations, Passepartout discovers a miscalculation in their timing due to his refusal to adjust his watch across time zones. This revelation reinstates Fogg as the winner of the bet upon his timely arrival at the club.

chapter 1

Phileas Fogg, an enigmatic Englishman, resides alone in the posh locality of No. 7 Saville Row, London. His solitary existence, devoid of family or close companions, intrigues many, especially given his wealth, the source of which remains unknown. Fogg lives by the clock, keeping to a regular daily routine. He has recently dismissed his servant due to a minor temperature discrepancy in his shaving water and is anticipating a new applicant for the position. The prospective servant, a Frenchman named Jean Passepartout, joins him. Passepartout has had a diverse career, including stints as a singer, circus performer, gym instructor, and fireman, earning him his name, "Passepartout." He seeks a more tranquil life in Fogg's employ. Despite being somewhat irked by Passepartout's watch being four minutes slow, Fogg engages him immediately. With no time to lose, Fogg heads to his usual haunt, the Reform Club, a prestigious gathering place for gentlemen.

chapter 2

Passepartout appreciates Fogg's sophistication and self-control. In contrast to his previous employer, who he chided for drunken behavior, Fogg's sober demeanor brings him comfort. Fogg, a handsome man in his forties, is the polar opposite of Passepartout, who is brawny and unkempt from his past as a circus performer and gym instructor. Passepartout finds Fogg's house meticulously organized, including Fogg's wardrobe, which is arranged according to the season. He notices Fogg's clock is perfectly synchronized with the clock in his own room and sees a detailed schedule of Fogg's daily activities. Despite the amount of work he foresees, Passepartout is excited about this change from his chaotic past.

chapter 3

Phileas Fogg, a regular at the Reform Club, is enjoying a round of whist with his company which includes engineer Andrew Stuart, bankers John Sullivan and Samuel Fallentin, brewer Thomas Flanagan, and Gautier Ralph, a director at the Bank of England. The game is interrupted by the news of a gentlemanly thief who has stolen 55,000 pounds from the Bank of England. A reward of 2,000 pounds is announced for his apprehension. Stuart jests that the thief will escape easily in such a vast world. Fogg, usually composed, counters that the world is no longer big due to revolutions in transportation. He asserts that it's possible to circumnavigate the globe in eighty days and provides a breakdown of the journey. Stuart dismisses Fogg's assertion, pointing out it doesn't consider unforeseen events and holdups. Fogg, in response, wagers his entire bank balance, 20,000 pounds, on the feasibility of such a trip. He writes a check to seal the wager. The details of the bet dictate that Fogg will depart on October 2, at 8:45 p.m., and return to the same location at the exact time on December 21.

chapter 4

Fogg swiftly informs Passepartout that they must embark on a global journey in just eighty days, beginning in Calais, France. He instructs Passepartout to quickly pack a carpet bag for both of them, containing only two shirts and three sets of socks, as there is no time for suitcases. Stunned by this sudden disruption, Passepartout hastily completes the task, his expectations of a peaceful lifestyle rapidly shattered. Fogg adds a significant wad of cash and a steamboat schedule to the bag. They then hail a taxi to reach the railway station for their onward journey to France. At the station, a desperate woman with a baby pleads to Fogg for money. Fogg hands her all the money he had won in a recent game of whist. Meanwhile, Fogg and Passepartout purchase first-class train tickets. In the chaotic rush, Passepartout realizes his oversight of leaving the gas burner on in his room. Fogg casually suggests that the gas bill will be deducted from Passepartout's wages when they get back, indirectly teaching him a lesson about being vigilant.

chapter 5

Fogg's audacious bet is the talk of the town, making headlines in every newspaper. The gamble-loving English public eagerly jumps in, placing their stakes on the outcome via newly minted "Phileas Fogg bonds". The majority, however, are skeptical about Fogg's chances, suspecting a scam by his Reformer friends. They doubt the feasibility of circling the globe in mere eighty days with the current state of travel technology. The situation takes a twist when speculation links Fogg to the Bank of England heist, causing a drastic drop in the value of Fogg bonds. His hermit-like lifestyle and odd habits are now perceived as attempts to flee with the stolen wealth. The source of these rumors is Detective Fix, who is convinced that Fogg is the elusive criminal. The timing of Fogg's expedition appears suspiciously convenient to Fix. The law enforcement agency dispatches him to tail Fogg until they procure an arrest warrant. Fix sets off for Suez, Egypt, Fogg's next stop, to close in on his suspect.

chapter 6

Detective Fix eyes the Suez port as Fogg's ship, the English vessel Mongolia, draws in. Fix's colleague, the English consul, queries how Fix plans to pick out the criminal from the crowd as the thief's description paints him as a reputable individual. Fix, confident from his experience with arresting criminals, is sure he'll be able to identify him. Fix believes it's unwise for a thief to flee to India, but the consul suggests this might be the perfect hideout, as it's an unexpected destination. As the ship docks and the passengers disembark, Passepartout unknowingly approaches Fix to inquire about the location of the consul’s office for his passport to be stamped with a visa. Fix spots the passport, which aligns with the description of the London bank thief, a man of class. When questioned, Passepartout reveals it belongs to his employer. Fix then informs Passepartout that his master must come in person to have the passport stamped, hoping to ensnare Fogg.

chapter 7

Detective Fix races to advise the consul not to approve Fogg's passport. He intends to keep Fogg in custody until the warrant from London arrives. However, the consul, unsure of Fogg's guilt, points out that a criminal would not "let people know where he is" and explains that he doesn't have the power to withhold Fogg's visa. He suggests that detaining Fogg is Fix’s responsibility. As they talk, Fogg arrives. Upon verifying his identity, Fogg reveals he's heading to Bombay, India. The consul tells him a visa isn’t necessary for that journey, but Fogg insists on having one to confirm his visit to Suez. The consul complies and Fogg goes back to the steamer with Passepartout. He jots down in his diary that his journey to Suez through England, France, and Italy took precisely six and a half days. He's pleased to see that he's on track as per his schedule. Fogg then shuts his date book, and instead of using his spare time to discover Suez, he settles down to have breakfast.

chapter 8

Detective Fix chats with Passepartout near the consul's office. Passepartout, unsure of their current location due to their swift travels, is informed by Fix that they're in Suez, Egypt. Passepartout is amazed to know they're already in Africa. He reveals his rush to purchase clothes for him and Fogg as they carried minimal luggage. Fix assures him of enough time for shopping but Passepartout stresses that it's almost 10:00. Fix notices Passepartout's watch is running slow, lagging by two hours on London time, and advises him to adjust his watch with each country they visit so it “won’t agree with the sun.” Passepartout retorts with “too bad for the sun” and declares he won't alter his watch settings. Fix digs deeper, questioning their hasty departure from London. Passepartout spills that Fogg has wagered on a bet to circumnavigate the globe in eighty days and their next destination is Bombay. Fix finds Fogg peculiar, a sentiment shared by Passepartout. Pleased with the information gathered from Passepartout, Fix hurries to the consul to share Fogg’s scheme. Fix and the consul both find Fogg’s plan suspicious and cunning. A telegraph is sent by Fix to the London police to redirect the arrest warrant to Bombay, after which he embarks the steamer Mongolia to continue his chase for Fogg.

chapter 9

Traveling to India on the Mongolia, Fogg spends his time playing cards and enjoying frequent meals, while Passepartout engages in conversation with Detective Fix. Unaware of Fix's true intentions, Passepartout talks about their journey and his desire to sightsee, even calling Fogg’s hurried global trip as "stupid." Fix probes for more information, hinting at a possible covert operation involving Fogg. Passepartout disclaims any such knowledge. After a brief halt in Aden, Arabia for coal, they reach Bombay two days early on October 20. Overjoyed with the extra time, Fogg rewards the captain before disembarking.

chapter 10

Fogg and his valet disembark the ship and prepare for their Bombay to Calcutta train journey, with a four-hour layover. Rather than sightseeing, Fogg goes to the consulate to validate his passport as proof of his visit. On the other hand, Detective Fix visits the local police station to check on the warrant for Fogg's arrest, while Passepartout goes shopping. Passepartout, during his shopping trip, is impulsively drawn to a pagoda. He unwittingly breaches the local custom by not removing his shoes before entering the sacred place, which incites the Indian priests' wrath. He narrowly escapes, reaching the train with only five minutes to spare, but leaves his shoes behind in the rush. After he shares his adventurous tale, Fix eavesdrops and is secretly pleased. Fix believes Passepartout's inadvertent crime will simplify his task of detaining Fogg and Passepartout, pending the warrant. He asserts to himself that Fogg should bear the consequences of his valet's actions.

chapter 11

On their train ride to Calcutta, Fogg, Passepartout, and Detective Fix encounter Sir Francis Cromarty, an old whist partner of Fogg's. Cromarty, an English army officer based in India, tries to engage Fogg in conversation about the Indian landscape, but Fogg shows little interest. He casually mentions to Fogg how fortunate they are that the railroad now cuts through the mountains, as earlier journeys required horse travel for certain stretches. Their journey comes to a sudden halt at the village of Kholby due to an unfinished track. Despite Fogg's protestations, citing newspaper claims of a complete railway across India, the conductor remains unmoved, confirming it as an error. Unruffled by this setback, Fogg recalls his two-day buffer and hatches a plan. He notices a Parsee man with an elephant nearby and negotiates to purchase the creature. Initially, the Parsee man hesitates but ultimately succumbs to Fogg's generous offer of 2,000 pounds. Fogg then hires the man to escort him, Cromarty, and Passepartout to Allahabad atop the elephant.

chapter 12

Navigating across India's challenging landscape, Fogg, Cromarty, and Passepartout encounter a number of quiet villages. They chance upon a parade of Brahmins, practitioners of Hinduism, ceremoniously transporting a figure of Kali, the Hindu goddess of death. Following the platform is a woman, adorned in exquisite clothing and jewelry, with a complexion suggesting she's European, not Indian. Behind her, men hold the body of an Indian prince – a rajah – accompanied by armed escorts. The Parsee reveals the woman is the deceased rajah's wife, destined to be immolated alive on his funeral pyre as an offering to the deities. Fogg, appalled, determines to prevent the tragic act, assuring that he has twelve hours to intervene and rescue her.

chapter 13

Fogg, Passepartout, and Cromarty find out that the woman they've captured is Aouda, the daughter of a wealthy English merchant from Bombay. After her father's death, she was made to wed a senior Indian rajah. The trio devise a scheme to hide near the pagoda until it gets dark, with the aim of rescuing Aouda while dodging the Brahmins. Seeing the pagoda entrances heavily fortified and the Brahmins intoxicated, Passepartout devises an alternate rescue strategy. Early next day, he pretends to be the rajah's corpse on the pyre and plays dead. As the pyre is about to be set alight, he springs up and flees with Aouda. The crowd, under the impression that the old rajah has resurrected, watch in amazement as he leaves with his perceived "wife." The Brahmins eventually catch on to the ruse and give chase, firing bullets and arrows at the escaping group's elephant. However, their efforts prove futile as Fogg and his group manage to get away.

chapter 14

Still dazed from the effects of the priests' drugs, Aouda realizes she's been rescued by strangers. Passepartout is contented with the success of his task, though Cromarty cautions that Aouda isn't entirely secure; her life remains in danger while they remain in India. Despite the odds, they make it to Allahabad's train station promptly. Fogg compensates the Parsee guide and returns his elephant. En route to Calcutta, Fogg suggests moving Aouda out of India to prevent her recapture, proposing that she comes with him to Hong Kong. Aouda accepts, revealing she has a relative named Jeejeeh residing there. When they reach Benares, Cromarty leaves the group. Fogg is satisfied to find that despite the two-day delay in India, he's still on track due to the two days saved from London to Bombay. He reaches Calcutta as planned.

chapter 15

Upon arriving in Calcutta, Fogg and Passepartout are apprehended by a law enforcement officer and taken into custody. They await their trial, where they're confronted by three Brahmin priests who accuse them of desecrating a sacred site. Fogg mistakenly believes these are the priests who intended to harm Aouda and confesses to his actions, explaining he did what was necessary to save a life. However, the priests clarify they're from Bombay and present Passepartout's footwear as proof of their accusations. Passepartout inadvertently implicates himself when he reacts to his shoes' appearance, and it dawns on Fogg that these are the offended priests from Bombay, not the ones related to Aouda's incident. He figures out that Detective Fix instigated the priests to follow them from Bombay to Calcutta intending to delay them. Following their confessions, the judge, citing the strong protection of Indian faiths in English law, sentences Passepartout to a fortnight and a day in prison along with a fine of 300 pounds. Fogg receives a relatively lighter sentence of a week in prison and a 150-pound fine due to his status as a master. Fogg counters with a bail proposition, which the judge sets at 1,000 pounds each, and he willingly pays. This frustrates Fix, who had banked on Fogg's time sensitivity and readiness to pay bail. Nevertheless, Passepartout, Fogg, and Aouda make it to the harbor just in time to board the Rangoon, their ship to Hong Kong.

chapter 16

The Rangoon steamer voyages from India to Hong Kong, carrying Fogg, Passepartout, and Aouda. The latter two share personal narratives, including Fogg's high-stakes wager, while Fogg himself remains eerily silent. Simultaneously, Detective Fix is concealed in his cabin on the same ship, fears escalating about his ability to nab Fogg once they leave British-controlled territory. He contemplates confiding his true identity to Passepartout. Fix deduces Passepartout is probably innocent, given his sincere unawareness about Fogg's intentions. He considers seeking Passepartout's help in his mission. Fix makes a cautious approach to Passepartout, who is increasingly skeptical of him. Passepartout questions Fix's presence on the ship, given his previous claims of heading to Bombay. Fix assures him he's also en route to Hong Kong, a response Passepartout accepts. Passepartout then speaks of his adventures in India with Fogg, and their newfound female companion. This information intrigues Fix further, but he decides to hold back any further queries to prevent raising suspicion.

chapter 17

Passepartout's suspicions about Detective Fix grow stronger as he ponders about their encounter on the Rangoon. He believes Fix is a mole from the Reform Club and pledges to shield Fogg. However, he refrains from telling Fogg to avoid causing offence. On October 31, their ship briefly stops in Singapore. With less than two months remaining for Fogg to get back to London, he seems content as the Rangoon is half a day ahead of time. This gives him an optimistic view about catching the Hong Kong to Yokohama, Japan steamer, and staying on track. Surprisingly, Fogg opts for a relaxed carriage tour around Singapore with Aouda. Meanwhile, Fix confronts Passepartout when Fogg is away. Fix accuses Fogg of faking his world tour in eighty days. This accusation fuels Passepartout's suspicions about Fix being a spy. Fix starts worrying about Passepartout discovering his real identity.

chapter 18

A fierce storm disrupts Fogg, Passepartout, and Aouda's journey to Hong Kong, causing their ship, the Rangoon, to dock a day late. Frantically, Fogg inquires about the next voyage to Yokohama, Japan. A shipmaster informs him that the Carnatic, which was initially scheduled to depart the previous day, has been delayed until tomorrow due to a faulty boiler. Reassured by this fortuitous twist of fate, Fogg calculates that he's a day late but anticipates making up the lost time. With a sixteen-hour gap, he scours Hong Kong for Aouda's relative, Jeejeeh, only to discover that Jeejeeh has relocated to Europe. Left with no option, Fogg decides to bring Aouda along, to her secret delight, as she has developed feelings for him.

chapter 19

Passepartout encounters Detective Fix en route to purchasing Carnatic tickets and jestingly suggests Fix's destination must be Yokohama as well. They both discover that the Carnatic departure has been moved to the same evening. Fix successfully diverts Passepartout by inviting him to a drink in a local opium den, intending to discuss their mutual acquaintance, Fogg. In the den, Fix, under the impression that Passepartout has figured out his identity, seeks his assistance in delaying Fogg. Passepartout, believing that Fix is part of a scheme by the Reform Club to hinder Fogg's journey, indignantly declines. Fix then clarifies and reveals he's a detective pursuing Fogg, who he suspects of committing a bank heist prior to his world trip. He requests Passepartout's help in stalling Fogg till an arrest warrant is issued. But Passepartout remains adamant, upholding his respect for Fogg and his duty to his employer. In the ensuing confusion, Fix clandestinely drugs Passepartout with opium, causing him to lose consciousness. Meanwhile, Fogg is with Aouda, oblivious to both Passepartout's situation and the rescheduling of the Carnatic.

chapter 20

Unaware of the adjusted Carnatic schedule, Fogg and Aouda are busy shopping for travel-appropriate attire. Passepartout's absence puzzles them both. On the dock, Fix introduces himself to Fogg and Aouda, stating his quest to find Passepartout. When Fogg discovers he's missed the Carnatic, he seeks out an alternate route with the help of John Bunsby, the captain of the Tankadere. Bunsby can only transport them to Shanghai, from where they can travel to Yokohama by steamer. Fogg consents, procuring passage for everyone, including Fix. Despite his efforts to locate Passepartout at the Hong Kong police station and the French consulate, Fogg comes up empty.

chapter 21

Fix grapples with his guilt for spending Fogg’s money on their journey aboard the Tankadere, but eventually justifies it as Fogg's payment for causing him this pursuit. Despite Fogg's magnanimity, Fix can't shake his suspicion of Fogg being a felon. Their trip takes a perilous turn when a typhoon hits on the second day. The captain, Bunsby, screams to dock immediately but Fogg remains resolute, urging Bunsby to hasten towards Shanghai. They make it there in time to see the Yokohama-bound steamer departing. Fogg instructs Bunsby to drop the mast, signifying the ship is in trouble. Lured by the bounty Fogg has promised for getting him to Shanghai on time, Bunsby obeys and even discharges a cannon to grab the steamer's notice.

chapter 22

Rousing from his drugged slumber aboard the Carnatic, Passepartout is filled with dread as he remembers the previous night at the pub with Detective Fix. The ship is far out at sea, about 150 miles away from Yokohama. In a panic, he inquires from a crew member whether Fogg and Aouda are among the passengers. The crushing realization that they didn't make it aboard the ship hits him hard. He fears that Fogg might have landed in jail back in Hong Kong. Left without a penny or an employer, Passepartout is unsure of his next move.

chapter 23

Roaming Yokohama with an empty stomach, Passepartout opts to exchange his elegant clothes for a Japanese robe instead of begging. He stumbles upon a group of acrobatic performers known as the Long Noses, recognized by their winged attire and lengthy bamboo noses. The troupe is preparing for a final performance before their departure to America. The servant-turned-performer opportunity arises for Passepartout when the troupe's leader learns of his past circus experience. His role in the troupe involves forming the base of a human pyramid. Spotting Fogg and Aouda amidst the spectators mid-performance, Passepartout shifts to confirm his sighting, toppling the pyramid in the process. Fogg compensates the troupe leader for the disrupted performance and quickly leaves with Passepartout to board the American-bound steamer.

chapter 24

A flashback reveals that Fogg's strategy to get the attention of the Yokohama-bound ship worked, and he and Aouda board successfully. They arrive in Yokohama only a day later than Passepartout. While attempting to find Passepartout in the city, Fogg concludes their search is unproductive. At an advertised circus show, Passepartout spots them, leading to a pyramid collapse. After their reunion, Passepartout decides not to inform Fogg of his interaction with Detective Fix, feeling guilty for associating with Fix despite not betraying Fogg. Fogg, Aouda, and Passepartout embark on their journey to America on the General Grant, where Fix is also surreptitiously onboard. Fix has the warrant for Fogg's arrest but exercises caution as Passepartout is now aware of his real identity. The warrant is meaningless because they are no longer in England. Passepartout encounters Fix on the ship and starts to assault him. Fix requests him to stop, claiming they both want to get Fogg home. Fix can't apprehend him until they return to London. Passepartout relents but warns Fix against causing any more trouble. Fix hints that Passepartout will learn more about Fogg once they return to England. As Fogg contemplates his journey, Aouda realizes she's in love with him. The General Grant reaches San Francisco as scheduled, keeping Fogg on track.

chapter 25

Arriving in San Francisco with time to spare, Fogg and Aouda spend their day dining and acquiring a visa. They unexpectedly cross paths with Detective Fix, who reveals he was also on the General Grant and is now en route to England. Oblivious to his true identity, Fogg requests Fix to accompany them on the rest of their journey. Their stroll is interrupted by a chaotic political rally for the position of justice of the peace, with candidates Mandiboy and Camerfield. The group ends up amidst irate protestors. When an angry protestor, Colonel Proctor, takes a swing at Fogg, Fix steps in, taking the hit. His clothes suffer damage and Fogg shouts “Yankee” at Proctor. They escape the melee, but Fogg swears to return to America to settle scores with Colonel Proctor. They later rendezvous with Passepartout at a tailor's shop to repair their attire. Seeing Fix's protective stance, Passepartout starts to trust Fix’s assurance of not causing further trouble.

chapter 26

Fogg, Passepartout, Aouda, and Fix are aboard a train journeying from San Francisco to New York when their travel comes to a halt due to a buffalo herd crossing the tracks. Despite Fogg's composure, Passepartout grows angry, briefly contemplating shooting the animals. However, he quickly dismisses this, realizing the impossibility of such a feat due to the sizable herd and the potential for causing more track obstructions. Passepartout finds himself appalled at the audacity of animals to disrupt human life in America. After a delay of three hours, the buffalo clear the tracks and the train resumes. By nightfall, they reach Salt Lake City, Utah.

chapter 27

Passepartout is approached by Elder Hitch, a Mormon missionary, who uses train journeys to preach his faith and attempt to gain more followers. Passepartout initially shows some interest, intrigued by the Mormon practice of polygamy. However, he resists Hitch's persuasive attempts to convert him and returns to Fogg's compartment. Suddenly, a man claiming to be fleeing from a domestic dispute with his wife leaps onto the train. When questioned by Passepartout about the number of spouses he possesses, the man humorously responds, “one . . . and that is quite enough!”

chapter 28

Aouda recognizes Colonel Proctor, the man who assaulted Fix at the rally, while they are on the train to New York. She fears a confrontation between Fogg and Proctor might injure Fogg, so she distracts him with a game of whist in his carriage. The engineer informs them that their journey will be delayed for six hours due to a dangerously unstable bridge, Medicine Creek Bridge. Yet, engrossed in his game, Fogg remains oblivious to this news. Encouraged by Passepartout and Proctor, the engineer decides to "jump" the risky bridge by reversing the train and speeding towards it. Their daring leap is successful and they make it across just as the bridge gives way. All the while, Fogg is still engrossed in his game, unaware of the perilous event.

chapter 29

While traveling towards New York by train, Fogg, Passepartout, Aouda, and Fix are interrupted by Colonel Proctor, sparking tension. Proctor criticizes Fogg's card game and, recognizing him, Fix challenges Proctor. Fogg intervenes, reminding Fix of his own vow to confront Proctor. Proctor dares Fogg to a duel, but Fogg proposes a six-month delay due to his tight schedule. Proctor accuses Fogg of avoiding the confrontation, leading Fogg to accept a duel at Proctor's stop, Plum Creek. Unexpectedly, the conductor notifies them that the train won't halt at Plum Creek due to a delay. He proposes they duel in the last car instead. Just as they prepare to duel, the train is ambushed by Sioux Indians. Attempting to halt the train, the Sioux inadvertently speed it up. Passepartout manages to detach the passenger cars from the engine, stopping them at Fort Kearney, where the American soldiers are prepared to fend off the Sioux.

chapter 30

Passepartout is discovered to be missing, having been captured by the Sioux alongside three others. Fogg requests the Fort Kearney commander's assistance in a rescue mission, but is declined due to the fort's needs for protection. Faced with a dilemma between rescuing his servant and forfeiting his wager, Fogg courageously decides to venture after Passepartout. His bravery motivates the commander to provide thirty soldiers to accompany Fogg, who in turn promises a generous reward upon successful completion of their mission. Fix, on the other hand, is filled with dread, fearing Fogg's potential permanent getaway with the pilfered money. As the train whistle signals departure, Aouda remains, reluctant to abandon Fogg. With the dawn, Fogg returns victorious, escorting Passepartout and the other rescued captives.

chapter 31

Aouda's affection for Fogg is evident through her tears. Unmoved, Fogg inquires about the next train, as he's fallen twenty hours behind. Fix, tasked with Aouda's care, introduces a solution: Mudge, a sledge driver, who can transport them to Omaha for a New York bound train. This plan is promptly implemented. Racing on the sledge, they evade wolves and endure icy winds. Mudge is spurred on by Fogg's promised handsome pay. Upon reaching Omaha, they journey via train to Chicago, then New York. It's December 11, leaving Fogg with a tight ten-day deadline to reach London.

chapter 32

Fogg's group narrowly misses boarding the China, the fastest New York to Liverpool liner. Despite this setback, Fogg is unperturbed and enjoys a peaceful night at the St. Nicholas Hotel while his companions fret. The following day, Fogg approaches Andrew Speedy, the skipper of the Henrietta destined for Bordeaux, France. Despite Speedy's initial refusal to board passengers or even sell his ship, he is swayed when Fogg proposes a hefty sum for each crew member. Even Fix reluctantly gets on board, feeling disheartened thinking about Fogg's dwindling stolen fortune.

chapter 33

In the middle of their journey on the Henrietta, Fogg hatches a plan to imprison Captain Speedy within his own cabin and coerce the crew into adjusting the course from Bordeaux, France, to Liverpool, England. The crew cautions Fogg about the insufficient coal supplies, but he disregards them and instructs them to utilize all available coal. Predictably, the fuel depletes before they reach their destination. Fogg then confronts Captain Speedy, insisting that he must purchase his ship to use its wood as an alternative fuel source. However, Captain Speedy accuses Fogg of piracy and firmly refuses to sell his ship, which he values at over $50,000. Fogg, undeterred, proposes a sum of $60,000—an extra $10,000 over Speedy’s valuation. Overjoyed, Speedy agrees and expresses his gratitude for letting Fogg on board. With every bit of wood and fuel consumed, the ship finally docks at Queenstown, an Irish port. Fogg and his companions then hastily head for Liverpool via Dublin. Upon reaching English territory, where his arrest warrant is valid, Fix detains Fogg for theft and takes him into custody.

chapter 34

Fogg is running out of time to win his wager. Passepartout feels guilty about not revealing Fix's true identity sooner. Aouda is distressed, yet remains unconvinced that Fogg is a lawbreaker. Fogg sits patiently in his prison cell, continually checking his watch. At 2:33 p.m., Fix releases Fogg following the apprehension of the actual culprit three days previous. Fogg responds to this news by decking Fix, then hurries to catch the quickest train to London. He reaches by 8:50 p.m., missing his deadline by a mere five minutes.

chapter 35

Fogg is disheartened at his residence, contemplating his dwindling money supply. His usual visit to the Reform Club is skipped the next day, as he instead spends time in solitude. Fogg expresses regret to Aouda for bringing her to England since he is financially incapable of supporting her. Aouda responds with her own apology, suggesting that his act of saving her possibly caused his delay. She inquires if he has any kin or friends who could offer assistance, to which he answers negatively. Surprisingly, Aouda proposes marriage, offering herself as both friend and family. Touched, Fogg accepts and confesses his love for her. Plans are set in motion for the Reverend Wilson to officiate their wedding the following day.

chapter 36

Chapter 36 unfolds in the Reform Club's lounge, with the gentlemen anxiously eyeing the timepiece, engrossed in debate about Fogg's potential punctual arrival to claim his wager. They eagerly anticipate Fogg's appearance at precisely 8:45 p.m. on the evening of December 21. As the clock strikes the designated hour, Fogg emerges.

chapter 37

It comes to light that Passepartout discovers from Reverend Wilson that it's a day earlier than he and Fogg expected. Despite Fogg's meticulous nature, he overlooked the fact that a day would be gained journeying eastward around the globe. Passepartout rushes to inform Fogg about this time gain, reaching him at 8:40 p.m. and points out they have just five minutes to make it to the Reform Club. Fogg gets there just in the nick of time, and thus, wins the bet. However, the adventure has depleted his fortune by 19,000 pounds. He shares his remaining 1,000 pounds between Passepartout and Fix, who he has pardoned. Fogg instructs Passepartout to use some of his share to settle his gas bill, offering a lesson in being vigilant about payments. Aouda enquires if Fogg, now wealthy once again, is still open to marrying her. Fogg agrees enthusiastically, noting that without her marriage proposal, they wouldn't have learned from Reverend Wilson about the extra day. Upon reaching home, Passepartout suggests that the journey could've been completed in seventy-eight days, but Fogg counters that he wouldn't have met Aouda if that were so.

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