The Steam House, Part 1

The Steam House, Part 1: The Demon of Cawnpore is a science fiction adventure novel written by the renowned French author, Jules Verne. The book was first published in 1881 and is set in the backdrop of the Indian Rebellion of 1857.The story revolves around a group of British adventurers who embark on a journey across India in a steam-powered house on wheels. The group includes the inventor of the steam house, Robert Morden, his friend and fellow adventurer, Banks, and a young Indian boy named Jynx.As they travel through the country, they encounter various obstacles and challenges, including hostile tribes, dangerous animals, and treacherous terrain. However, their biggest challenge comes in the form of a mysterious demon that is terrorizing the city of Cawnpore.The demon is said to be a supernatural being that is responsible for the deaths of many innocent people. The group decides to investigate the matter and soon discovers that the demon is not what it seems. They unravel a conspiracy involving the local ruler and his army, who are using the demon as a tool to suppress the rebellion.The Steam House, Part 1: The Demon of Cawnpore is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of science fiction, fantasy, and historical fiction. It is a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century India and the British Empire, as seen through the eyes of one of the greatest writers of all time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.