Journey to the Center of the Earth · Character
M. Ruhmkorff
A German inventor whose electric device is used for illumination during the underground journey.
minor
Also known as Ruhmkorff
First appearance: viii serious preparations for vertical descent
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Mentioned in a translator's note describing his induction coil and electric lantern apparatus.
M. Ruhmkorff first appears in 0007 viii serious preparations for vertical descent.
In Endnotes: Mentioned in a translator's note describing his induction coil and electric lantern apparatus.
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See M. Ruhmkorff in viii serious preparations for vertical descent