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H. G. Wells
Herbert George Wells, better known as H. G. Wells, was a pioneering English writer born on September 21, 1866, in Bromley, Kent. Often hailed as the "father of science fiction," Wells's imaginative works have left an indelible mark on literature and popular culture. His early life was marked by financial struggles, which fueled his voracious reading and eventual scholarship to the Normal School of Science in London, where he studied biology under T. H. Huxley.Wells's literary career took off with the publication of "The Time Machine" in 1895, introducing readers to the concept of time travel and establishing his reputation as a visionary thinker. His subsequent works, including "The War of the Worlds" and "The Invisible Man," explored themes of human nature, societal progress, and the potential perils of unchecked scientific advancement.Beyond his fiction, Wells was a fervent social commentator and advocate for progressive causes. His non-fiction works and essays addressed issues such as class disparity, education reform, and the potential for a utopian society. Wells's ideas were often controversial, challenging the status quo and sparking debates that resonated far beyond the literary world.Wells's influence extended to contemporary writers and thinkers, including George Orwell and Aldous Huxley, who grappled with similar themes of dystopia and societal critique. His foresight into technological and social changes continues to captivate modern audiences, making his works as relevant today as they were over a century ago.A complex figure, Wells's personal life was equally intriguing, marked by numerous romantic entanglements and a restless quest for intellectual and social reform. He died on August 13, 1946, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and provoke thought across generations.Books
God, the Invisible KingH. G. Wells4h 21m$2.30
The Wonderful VisitH. G. Wells4h 26m$2.30
The Invisible ManH. G. Wells5h 28m$2.30
Love and Mr. LewishamH. G. Wells7h 35m$2.30
Boon, The Mind of the RaceH. G. Wells5h 22m$2.30
The Red RoomH. G. Wells25m$2.30
This Misery of BootsH. G. Wells45m$2.30
War and the Future: Italy, France and Britain at WarH. G. Wells6h 40m$2.30
The Salvaging Of CivilizationH. G. Wells5h 23m$2.30
Christina Albertas VaterH. G. Wells15h 47m$2.30
Die Welt des William Clissold Band 1 & 2H. G. Wells24h 50m$2.30
In the Days of the CometH. G. Wells8h 56m$2.30
The Wife of Sir Isaac HarmanH. G. Wells14h 31m$2.30
A Modern UtopiaH. G. Wells9h 48m$2.30
The Island of Doctor MoreauH. G. Wells4h 43m$2.30
The Dream A NovelH. G. Wells9h 9m$2.30
The New MachiavelliH. G. Wells16h 11m$2.30
The Story of a Great SchoolmasterH. G. Wells3h 43m$2.30
The Country of the Blind and Other StoriesH. G. Wells17h 32m$2.30
Ann Veronica: A Modern Love StoryH. G. Wells11h 4m$2.30
The Future in America A Search After RealitiesH. G. Wells6h 51m$2.30
The War of the WorldsH. G. Wells6h 35m$2.30
30 Strange StoriesH. G. Wells12h 43m$2.30
The Discovery of the FutureH. G. Wells59m$2.30
The Passionate FriendsH. G. Wells11h 7m$2.30
The Research MagnificentH. G. Wells12h 31m$2.30
The Secret Places of the HeartH. G. Wells7h 12m$2.30
Certain Personal MattersH. G. Wells5h 55m$2.30
The History of Mr. PollyH. G. Wells8h$2.30
The Sea LadyH. G. Wells4h 42m$2.30
The Food of the Gods and How It Came to EarthH. G. Wells8h 32m$2.30
The Soul of a BishopH. G. Wells8h 55m$2.30
Tono-BungayH. G. Wells14h 57m$2.30
The First Men in the MoonH. G. Wells7h 33m$2.30
The Plattner Story, and OthersH. G. Wells8h 35m$2.30
The World Set FreeH. G. Wells7h 18m$2.30
Social Forces in England and AmericaH. G. Wells11h 13m$2.30
Mr. Belloc Objects To "The Outline Of History"H. G. Wells2h 7m$2.40
The Undying FireH. G. Wells4h 54m$2.30
The Stolen Bacillus and Other IncidentsH. G. Wells4h 45m$2.30
The Sleeper AwakesH. G. Wells8h 39m$2.30
The Wheels of Chance: A Bycycling IdyllH. G. Wells6h 20m$2.30
Tales of Space and TimeH. G. Wells7h 58m$2.30
The Outline of History: Being a Plain History of Life and MankindH. G. Wells48h 36m$2.30
The War in the AirH. G. Wells10h 56m$2.30
Kipps: The Story of a Simple SoulH. G. Wells12h 35m$2.30
A Short History of the WorldH. G. Wells12h 5m$2.30
Mankind in the MakingH. G. Wells11h 27m$2.30
Tales of the UnexpectedH. G. Wells9h 12m$2.30
Bealby, A HolidayH. G. Wells7h 59m$2.30