The Sleeper Awakes
Including "The Time Machine"By H. G. Wells
Length12h 23m
About this audiobook
In "The Sleeper Awakes," H. G. Wells presents a profound exploration of a dystopian future, examining the societal implications of technological advancements and class struggle. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of Graham, a man who awakens from a deep sleep to find a drastically altered world ruled by a despotic elite. Wells employs a richly descriptive literary style, intertwining elements of science fiction with poignant social commentary, reflective of the late Victorian and early Edwardian period. Through vivid imagery and thought-provoking dialogue, he critiques the capitalist excesses of his time, envisioning the dangers of industrialization and human disconnection. H. G. Wells, often hailed as the father of science fiction, drew upon his experiences and observations of early 20th-century society to craft this narrative. His concerns over the rapid technological growth and the widening gap between social classes inform the ideological underpinning of the novel. Wells was deeply invested in social reform and human welfare, influencing his depiction of a future where humanity confronts the consequences of its past decisions. This provocative work is essential for readers interested in a nuanced examination of human nature and societal evolution. "The Sleeper Awakes" not only captures Wells's visionary imagination but also serves as a cautionary tale that remains relevant in today's world of technological innovation and social disparity. A must-read for aficionados of speculative fiction and social critique alike.
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Rating★★★★ 3.6 (8.3K)
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GenreDystopia, Science Fiction
Length12 hrs 23 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Preface
21XX. In the City Ways
2I. Insomnia
22XXI. The Underside
3II. The Trance
23XXII. The Struggle in the Council House
4III. The Awakening
24XXIII. Graham Speaks His Word
5IV. The Sound of a Tumult
25XXIV. While the Aeroplanes Were Coming
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6V. The Moving Ways
26XXV. The Coming of the Aeroplanes
7VI. The Hall of the Atlas
27Chapter I
8VII. In the Silent Rooms
28Chapter II
9VIII. The Roof Spaces
29Chapter III
10IX. The People March
30Chapter IV
11X. The Battle of the Darkness
31Chapter V
12XI. The Old Man Who Knew Everything
32Chapter VI
13XII. Ostrog
33Chapter VII
14XIII. The End of the Old Order
34Chapter VIII
15XIV. From the Crow’s Nest
35Chapter IX
16XV. Prominent People
36Chapter X
17XVI. The Monoplane
37Chapter XI
18XVII. Three Days
38Chapter XII
19XVIII. Graham Remembers
39Epilogue
20XIX. Ostrog’s Point of View
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