How did Jules Verne research his novels?

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My approach was rooted in thorough research. I immersed myself in scientific journals, geographical atlases, and encyclopedic works. My library was extensive, filled with the latest findings in physics, geology, zoology, and engineering. This empirical foundation allowed me to construct believable narratives, grounding my most imaginative voyages in the scientific understanding of the era and meticulously detailing the technical aspects of my characters' undertakings.

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