H.G. Wells Fiction Collection: The Invisible Man, The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds - Softcover
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Three works in one collection. Also available for purchase on Audible.
Welcome to the imaginative, science-fiction universe of H.G. Wells. Once you dive into the pages of these timeless stories, it’s no surprise that Wells has made a name for himself alongside the most renowned authors in history.
The Invisible Man tackles themes of deception and identity. This famous horror/ science-fiction novel, which earned H.G. Wells his title of “the father of science fiction,” follows the story of a mysterious stranger who, after an experiment gone wrong, devolves into an unlikely murderer.
The Time Machine, which is the most notable novel to envision time travel, explores themes of class struggle, love, and the Utopian vs. Dystopian societies. In this classic novel, the protagonist, referred to as “the Time Traveler,” invents a machine that launches him into an eerie future, where the Traveler discovers a philosophical truth about intelligence, and where it comes from.
The War of the Worlds presents the great debate of free will vs. fate. As one of the most read novels in history, it’s no surprise that this scientific romance inspired over a half a dozen films.
These thrilling and sometimes terrifying stories ultimately have messages that do more than merely entertain. Their relevance and intrigue have managed to withstand the sands of time, drawing readers into their unique worlds for over a century. And they will continue to intrigue, inspire, and challenge even more for centuries to come.
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