H. G. Wells: Collected Works

di H. G. Wells (Autore)

DigiCat, 2022

H. G. Wells: Collected Works is an extensive compilation that encapsulates the profound visions of one of the foremost figures in science fiction and social commentary. This collection features Wells' innovative narratives ranging from dystopian futures to utopian ideals, showcasing his unique blend of imaginative storytelling and sharp socio-political critique. Wells employs a prose style characterized by clarity and precision, skillfully weaving speculative science with humanistic themes, while contextualizing his works in the late Victorian era—a time of rapid scientific progress and societal upheaval. H. G. Wells (1866-1946), often hailed as the father of modern science fiction, was deeply influenced by the tumultuous changes of his time, including the impact of the Industrial Revolution and the impending World Wars. His experiences as a teacher and journalist cultivated a deep concern for social justice and education, which permeates his work. Wells is renowned not only for his fiction, such as "The Time Machine" and "The War of the Worlds," but also for his essays that explore the ramifications of technology on humanity. This collected works volume is highly recommended for both seasoned Wells enthusiasts and new readers alike. It provides an illuminating immersion into Wells' visionary world, inviting readers to ponder critical questions about progress, ethics, and the human condition. With each page, readers will discover the timeless relevance of Wells' insights and imagination. Skelmersdale in Fairyland_x000D_ My First Aeroplane_x000D_ Our Little Neighbour_x000D_ Perfect Gentleman on Wheels_x000D_ Pollock and the Porroh Man_x000D_ The Empire of the Ants_x000D_ The Flying Man_x000D_ The Grisly Folk_x000D_ The Inexperienced Ghost_x000D_ The Land Ironclads_x000D_ The Lord of the Dynamos_x000D_ The Loyalty of Esau Common_x000D_ The Magic Shop_x000D_ The Man Who Could Work Miracles_x000D_ The Man with a Nose_x000D_ The Moth_x000D_ The New Accelerator_x000D_ The New Faust_x000D_ The Obliterated Man_x000D_ The Pearl of Love_x000D_ The Presence by the Fire_x000D_ The Purple Pileus_x000D_ The Rajah's Treasure_x000D_ The Reconciliation_x000D_ The Red Room_x000D_ The Sea Raiders_x000D_ The Star_x000D_ The Stolen Body_x000D_ The Story of the Last Trump_x000D_ The Story of the Stone Age_x000D_ The Temptation of Harringay_x000D_ The Thing in No. 7_x000D_ The Thumbmark_x000D_ The Treasure in the Forest_x000D_ The Wild Asses of the Devil_x000D_ Through a Window_x000D_ Under the Knife_x000D_ Walcote_x000D_ Wayde's Essence_x000D_ Essays and Articles:_x000D_ A Short History of the World_x000D_ Floor Games_x000D_ Little Wars_x000D_ New Worlds for Old_x000D_ Russia in the Shadows_x000D_ The Misery of Boots_x000D_ The Outline of History_x000D_ Zoological Retrogression_x000D_ What Is Coming_x000D_ ...

• Autore: H. G. Wells
• Anno edizione: 2022
• Editore: DigiCat
• Formato: EPUB2 con Adobe DRM
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 8596547004813

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