H. G. Wells: 120+ Sci-Fi Classics, Dystopian Novels & Time Travel Tales
Enriched edition. Including Scientific, Political and Historical WritingsBy H. G. Wells
Length420h 48m
About this audiobook
H. G. Wells' comprehensive collection 'H. G. Wells: 120+ Sci-Fi Classics, Dystopian Novels & Time Travel Tales' showcases the visionary writer's unparalleled contribution to science fiction literature. These stories explore themes of utopian societies, futuristic technology, and the consequences of human advancement, reflecting Wells' deep interest in the possibilities and pitfalls of scientific progress. Written in Wells' signature clear and imaginative prose, these tales captivate readers with their thought-provoking narratives and vividly imagined worlds, making them essential reading for fans of the genre. Wells' influence on science fiction can be seen in later works by authors such as Isaac Asimov and Arthur C. Clarke, solidifying his legacy as a pioneer of speculative fiction.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreScience Fiction, Literary Classics
Length420 hrs 48 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE STOLEN BACILLUS AND OTHER INCIDENTS - 15 Tales in One Edition
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6NOVELS AND SHORT STORIES
7A MODERN UTOPIA (pt. 1)
8A MODERN UTOPIA (pt. 2)
9A MODERN UTOPIA (pt. 3)
10A MODERN UTOPIA (pt. 4)
11A MODERN UTOPIA (pt. 5)
12ANN VERONICA (pt. 1)
13ANN VERONICA (pt. 2)
14ANN VERONICA (pt. 3)
15ANN VERONICA (pt. 4)
16ANN VERONICA (pt. 5)
17BEALBY (pt. 1)
18BEALBY (pt. 2)
19BEALBY (pt. 3)
20BEALBY (pt. 4)
21IN THE DAYS OF THE COMET
22BOOK THE FIRST THE COMET (pt. 1)
23BOOK THE FIRST THE COMET (pt. 2)
24BOOK THE FIRST THE COMET (pt. 3)
25BOOK THE SECOND THE GREEN VAPORS
26BOOK THE THIRD THE NEW WORLD
27JOAN AND PETER (pt. 1)
28JOAN AND PETER (pt. 2)
29JOAN AND PETER (pt. 3)
30JOAN AND PETER (pt. 4)
31JOAN AND PETER (pt. 5)
32JOAN AND PETER (pt. 6)
33JOAN AND PETER (pt. 7)
34JOAN AND PETER (pt. 8)
35JOAN AND PETER (pt. 9)
36JOAN AND PETER (pt. 10)
37KIPPS
38BOOK ONE THE MAKING OF KIPPS (pt. 1)
39BOOK ONE THE MAKING OF KIPPS (pt. 2)
40BOOK TWO MR. COOTE THE CHAPERON (pt. 1)
41BOOK TWO MR. COOTE THE CHAPERON (pt. 2)
42BOOK TWO MR. COOTE THE CHAPERON (pt. 3)
43BOOK THREE KIPPSES
44LOVE AND MR. LEWISHAM
45CHAPTER I. INTRODUCES MR. LEWISHAM.
46CHAPTER II. “AS THE WIND BLOWS.”
47CHAPTER III. THE WONDERFUL DISCOVERY.
48CHAPTER IV. RAISED EYEBROWS.
49CHAPTER V. HESITATIONS.
50CHAPTER VI. THE SCANDALOUS RAMBLE.
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