From novels, articles, essays, to countless short stories, a few biographies, and even works on history, politics, sociology and various other topics—H. G. Wells’ works are diverse in nature, garnering appreciation from readers and critics alike. In this exquisite hardbound edition, there exist three novels which stand apart from all others. They are a testament to the prestigious title of ‘the father of science fiction’ that has been accorded to Wells—The War of the Worlds, a story of a world reeling under attack by extra-terrestrials, The Invisible Man, which narrates the surreal tale of a young man as he roams around invisible to all, and The Time Machine, which captures the adventures and misadventures of the characters when they travel through time. This is an edition that holds Wells’ best writing ever.
About the Author
Born in Bromley in Kent, England, Herbert George “H. G.” Wells (1866-1946) has been called the father of science fiction. His most notable works include The War of the Worlds (1897), The Time Machine (1895), The Invisible Man (1897), and The Island of Doctor Moreau (1896). Wells also wrote on topics related to history and social commentary and was involved in politics for much of his life. Novels like Kipps and The History of Mr. Polly, which describe lower-middle class life, led to the suggestion that he was a worthy successor to Charles Dickens. Wells died in London in August, 1946, after having lived through two World Wars.