Axel

Professor Lidenbrock's nephew and assistant, Axel is the protagonist and narrator of the story. Axel lives with his uncle because his parents died when he was young; his uncle decided to take care of him in their stead. He loves working with Lidenbrock and learning about Earth and its minerals. When Lidenbrock decides to go to the center of the Earth, Axel tries to stop his uncle from embarking but eventually decides to take part in Lidenbrock's adventure. Throughout the narrative, Axel is pessimistic about the course of the trip, which he believes will end in his demise. He is somewhat naive, excitable, and anxious. Axel becomes much more confident and outspoken as the book goes on.