Journey to the Center of the Earth- entry 1

In Journey to the Center of the Earth, the plot starts out very slow in Professer Hardwigg's lab in England. He is said to be the most well learned professer in all of Europe. One day while he was in his lab, he discovered a piece of paper that read, Descend into the crater Yocul of Sneffels which the shade of Scartaris caresses before the kalends of July audacious traveler and you will reach the center of the Earth. I did it. Arne Saknussemm. With this information he and his nephew,(his name is never mentioned since it is written in first person with him being the main character) travel by boat to Iceland and set out on an embarking journey with their strong and trusty guide Hans. On their way to Mount Sneffels, they stop in Gardar at Hans' relatives house. They offer much hospitality before moving on. This book has a great start and looks to lead in a good direction. Chapters 1-10