“The moon, by her comparative proximity, and the constantly varying appearances produced by her several phases, has always occupied a considerable share of the attention of the inhabitants of the earth.”
More from Jules Verne
“An energetic man will succeed where an indolent one would vegetate and inevitably perish.”
“Man is never perfect, nor contented.”
“Before all masters, necessity is the one most listened to, and who teaches the best.”
“We cannot prevent equilibrium from producing its effects. We may brave human laws, but we…”