THE ESSENTIAL H. G. WELLS: Novels, Short Stories, Essays & Articles in One Edition
Enriched edition.By H. G. Wells
Length424h 39m
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In 'The Essential H. G. Wells: Novels, Short Stories, Essays & Articles in One Edition', readers are treated to a comprehensive collection of works by the renowned author H. G. Wells. Known for his pioneering contributions to the science fiction genre, Wells' literary style is characterized by his vivid imagination, compelling narratives, and social commentary. This collection showcases Wells' most famous novels such as 'The War of the Worlds' and 'The Time Machine', along with a selection of his short stories and essays that delve into various thought-provoking themes. The inclusion of his non-fiction pieces offers readers insight into Wells' views on society, politics, and technology. Overall, this compilation serves as a testament to Wells' lasting impact on literature and intellectual discourse.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length424 hrs 39 mins
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Publish dateNov 15, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE ESSENTIAL H. G. WELLS: Novels, Short Stories, Essays & Articles in One Edition
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5THE ESSENTIAL H. G. WELLS: Novels, Short Stories, Essays & Articles in One Edition
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6STUDIES
7H. G. WELLS By J. D. Beresford
8MR. WELLS AS HISTORIAN BY ARNOLD WYCOMBE GOMME
9MR. H. G. WELLS AND THE GIANTS BY G. K. CHESTERTON
10NOVELS AND SHORT STORIES
11A MODERN UTOPIA (pt. 1)
12A MODERN UTOPIA (pt. 2)
13A MODERN UTOPIA (pt. 3)
14A MODERN UTOPIA (pt. 4)
15A MODERN UTOPIA (pt. 5)
16ANN VERONICA (pt. 1)
17ANN VERONICA (pt. 2)
18ANN VERONICA (pt. 3)
19ANN VERONICA (pt. 4)
20ANN VERONICA (pt. 5)
21BEALBY (pt. 1)
22BEALBY (pt. 2)
23BEALBY (pt. 3)
24BEALBY (pt. 4)
25IN THE DAYS OF THE COMET
26BOOK THE FIRST THE COMET (pt. 1)
27BOOK THE FIRST THE COMET (pt. 2)
28BOOK THE FIRST THE COMET (pt. 3)
29BOOK THE SECOND THE GREEN VAPORS
30BOOK THE THIRD THE NEW WORLD
31JOAN AND PETER (pt. 1)
32JOAN AND PETER (pt. 2)
33JOAN AND PETER (pt. 3)
34JOAN AND PETER (pt. 4)
35JOAN AND PETER (pt. 5)
36JOAN AND PETER (pt. 6)
37JOAN AND PETER (pt. 7)
38JOAN AND PETER (pt. 8)
39JOAN AND PETER (pt. 9)
40JOAN AND PETER (pt. 10)
41KIPPS
42BOOK ONE THE MAKING OF KIPPS (pt. 1)
43BOOK ONE THE MAKING OF KIPPS (pt. 2)
44BOOK TWO MR. COOTE THE CHAPERON (pt. 1)
45BOOK TWO MR. COOTE THE CHAPERON (pt. 2)
46BOOK TWO MR. COOTE THE CHAPERON (pt. 3)
47BOOK THREE KIPPSES
48LOVE AND MR. LEWISHAM
49CHAPTER I. INTRODUCES MR. LEWISHAM.
50CHAPTER II. “AS THE WIND BLOWS.”
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