Un billet de loterie

"Un Billet de Loterie" is a short story written by the French author Jules Verne. It was first published in 1886. The English translation of the title is "The Lottery Ticket." The story revolves around a lottery ticket purchased by a French family in the French colony of Papeete (Tahiti). The ticket ends up winning a considerable prize, leading to a series of events and challenges for the family. As they try to claim their winnings, various complications arise, and the narrative unfolds with elements of adventure and humor. Jules Verne, known for his adventure and science fiction novels, displays a different facet of his storytelling in "Un Billet de Loterie." The story captures the dynamics of chance and fortune, interwoven with the cultural context of the French colonial setting. Verne's exploration of human nature, luck, and the consequences of unexpected windfalls adds a unique flavor to this short narrative.