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The Self-Propelled Island

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The Self-Propelled IslandThe Self Propelled Island is the first unabridged English translation of Jules Verne's original story featuring a famous French string quartet that is abducted by an American businessman and taken to Standard Island to perform for its millionaire inhabitants. The quartet soon discovers that Standard Island is not an island at all, but an immense, futuristic ship possessing all the features of an idyllic haven. Equipped with the most opulent amenities,

The Self-Propelled Island is the first unabridged English translation of Jules Verne's original story featuring a famous French string quartet that is abducted by an American businessman and taken to Standard Island to perform for its millionaire inhabitants. The quartet soon discovers that Standard Island is not an island at all, but an immense, futuristic ship possessing all the features of an idyllic haven. Equipped with the most opulent amenities, Standard Island travels the Pacific Ocean, traversing the south archipelagos and stopping at many "sister" islands for the pleasure of its well-heeled inhabitants. These inhabitants soon meet with the danger, in its various forms, that is inherent in ocean travel. Meanwhile, the French quartet is witness to the rivalry that exists between the two most powerful families onboard, a rivalry that keeps the future of the island balancing on the edge of a knife.

First published in English in 1896, the novel was originally censored in translation. Dozens of pages were cut from the story because English translators felt they were too critical of Americans as well as the British. Here, for the first time, readers have the pleasure of reading The Self-Propelled Island as Verne intended it.


Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Bison Books
Published: 07/01/2015
ISBN: 9780803245822
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.31h x 5.97w x 1.07d

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Easy Install, Great Quality, Mobile Partition
Color: Grey
This is the easiest install I've ever had in my life, took about 5 minutes. These panels come pre-assembled, minus the wheels, which screw into the base pieces in pairs. The material is a very pleasant "corporate grey" - I only worry about its color fastness over time. I needed a practical solution for my garage, which has glass garage doors that let in a ton of sun/heat and even with privacy film still parade around my tools and belongings visibly to anyone walking by. These partitions are functional for both of my needs, and if I have a visitor needing to park in my second spot it takes 5 seconds to wheel these out of the way.
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West Palm Beach, US
★★★★★ 5
Nice, convenient partition that absorbs sound
Color: Grey, Color: Grey
What stood out * Instant partition: This 3-panel foldable office partition helps to create quiet zones in a shared room, and it genuinely helped carve out a more focused space without a major renovation. The panels feel substantial yet easy to move thanks to the wheels, so I can roll them into position when I need privacy or a professional background for video meetings. I can fold them flat against a wall when I don’t nee them. The aluminum frame gives it enough rigidity to stay upright, and the gray finish is neutral. The height and width are generous for desktop setups, meetings, or study areas, and because it’s modular you can arrange it in L-shapes, straight lines, or even semi-circles. The mobility makes it flexible for dynamic spaces — roll it out for working hours, tuck it away after. * Sound insulation: It's heavy, which is better for sound isolation. The sound-dampening design isn’t miracle acoustic treatment, but it noticeably softens background chatter and echoes — enough to make video calls and focused work feel less disrupted. * Assembly is super easy, but I would recommend to have two people to make it easier. What to keep in mind * It’s not sound-proof like a built-in wall, so loud noises still carry; it’s best for softening ambient sounds, not blocking them completely. * The gray color is neutral, but if your room palette is bold you might want to accent with décor so it doesn’t look utilitarian. You can also tack posters and light pictures to the the gray frames. * It's pricey, but worth it in my opinion.
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Off The Grid Ken
Birmingham, US
★★★★★ 4
Decent dividers
Color: Grey
I think you will love these under the right circumstances. Number one the sound absorption is hard to describe because since the panels don't go to the roof sound can easily travel to the other so you and without being hindering but they do absorb sound to a certain extent. They also provide pretty good coverage for privacy in an office or dorm situation with ease. I wouldn't say it's easy to store but it does fold up pretty well and overall for the price it's an effective means of letting those around you know you need some peace. For the price it's a pretty good divider. It requires very little assembly and is relatively sturdy so all in all not a bad option. Until We Meet Again -Off The Grid Ken
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Very functional, well made, and looks great!
Color: Grey
My wife and I both work from home but for different companies. We have separate office spaces but they are without a door between them. There are times when we both are on either voice or video calls when we can hear each other on the calls. Other times, I have to walk past her office space and behind her desk to get to other areas of the house. We really needed something to help block some of the ambient sound and to obscure me from her video calls when I'm going past to let the dogs out. These foldable partitions are a great solution for us. The wheels make them easy to move into place when needed, and to store away when they are not. The wheels also lock, making them stable where we set them. The assembly was easy and quick, with only the simplest of instructions needed. Assembly tools were even included. These are large and a bit heavy for one person to move before assembly, so get the wheels on them for easier movement. I've researched how much these can cost new from the commercial office suppliers, and these are a good value.
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