Invisible Man, The

di H. G. Wells (Autore)

HongMei Zhou, 2026

The Invisible Man is H. G. Wells's gripping tale of science gone wrong—a novel that explores the darkest corners of human nature when freed from the fear of being seen. A mysterious stranger arrives at the Coach and Horses inn in the quiet English village of Iping, wrapped from head to toe in bandages, his face hidden behind dark goggles. When his luggage is delivered—dozens of glass bottles and chemical apparatus—the villagers grow curious. Then their curiosity turns to terror. The stranger's room is found empty, yet he is still there—invisible. Griffin, a brilliant but sociopathic young scientist, has discovered the secret of invisibility. But his triumph quickly turns to nightmare. Unable to reverse the process, he finds himself trapped in a world that cannot see him—free to steal, terrorize, and kill without consequence. As his crimes escalate, the nation hunts for a man no one can see. First published in 1897, The Invisible Man is a masterful blend of science fiction, horror, and psychological thriller. Wells used the story as a cautionary tale about the dangers of scientific discovery without moral responsibility. The novel also reflects contemporary fears of anarchist violence and the unseen forces reshaping society at the turn of the century. This audiobook is based on the 1897 public domain text. Produced and narrated by Qingye Wuchen, with AI assistance.

• Autore: H. G. Wells
• Durata in (hh:mm:ss): 05:07:58
• Anno edizione: 2026
• Editore: HongMei Zhou
• Lingua: Inglese
• EAN: 9780466214968