The Nautilus had drifted into the midst of some phosphorescent strata, which, in this darkness, came off as positively dazzling. This effect was caused by myriads of tiny, luminous animals whose brightness increased when they glided over the metal hull of our submersible.
Deze werd veroorzaakt door duizenden lichtgevende diertjes, wier schittering nog toenam als zij langs de metalen wanden van ons vaartuig streken.