Around the World in Eighty Days Happiness Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #1

He lived alone, and so to speak, outside of every social relation; and as he knew that in this world account must be taken of friction, and that friction retards, he never rubbed against anybody. (2.4)

Shutting people out might be safe, but it certainly is lonely. Phileas Fogg has a taste for adventure, but when it comes to personal relationships, he's kind of a scaredy-cat.

Quote #2

Having scrutinized the house from top to bottom, he rubbed his hands, a broad smile overspread his features, and he said joyfully, "This is just what I wanted! Ah, we shall get on together, Mr. Fogg and I!" (2.10)

Passepartout is desperate for a little vacation—he wants to serve someone with a predictable schedule and who isn't interested in adventure. Taking things slow and steady would make him super happy.

Quote #3

Happily, however, for Mr. Fogg, the animal's instruction in this direction had not gone far, and the elephant still preserved his natural gentleness. (9.20)

Here's something to consider: There are different kinds of happiness. There's the joyous feeling, but then there's also happiness as a sort of luck—and it's this second kind we may see at work here.