Simon Lake, a US naval architect and designer of early submarines, credited Jules Verne for inspiring his work, particularly through 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas'. He was motivated by the book's depiction of the advanced Nautilus and sought to create a submarine that would perform equally well. His ambition led him to design the Argonaut, which made a successful 1,000-mile voyage, earning a congratulatory telegram from Verne himself, showcasing the profound influence of Verne's imagination on real-world technology.
Verne’s novels seamlessly blend fact and fiction, allowing him to predict future technologies and inspire the next generation of inventors. His works, such as 'Around the Moon', which anticipated space travel, captivated various scientists, making the connection between literature and technology tangible. Even decades after his death, the worlds he created continue to intrigue and stimulate interest in science, encouraging inventors like Simon Lake and others to pursue bold innovations that echo Verne's own visionary narratives.
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