The War of the Worlds (Phoenix Classics)

The War of the Worlds (Phoenix Classics)

by H. G. Wells and Phoenix Classics
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 08/10/2017

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Phoenix Classics is the reference in classical works. All our works are of good quality and contain an active table of contents (HTML), which will make it easier for you to read. The War of the Worlds (1898), by H. G. Wells, is an early science fiction novel which describes an invasion of England by aliens from Mars. It is one of the earliest and best-known depictions of an alien invasion of Earth, and has influenced many others, as well as spawning several films, radio dramas, comic book adaptations, and a television series based on the story. The 1938 radio broadcast caused public outcry against the episode, as many listeners believed that an actual Martian invasion was in progress, a notable example of mass hysteria.

ISBN:
9782378071462
9782378071462
Category:
Science fiction
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
08-10-2017
Language:
English
Publisher:
Phoenix Classics
H. G. Wells

Herbert George "H. G." Wells (September 21, 1866-August 13, 1946) was an English author, best known for his work in the "speculative fiction" genre. He was also a prolific writer in many other genres, including contemporary novels, history, politics, and social commentary.

Wells is sometimes called "The Father of Science Fiction," along with Jules Verne. The War of the Worlds was written in the age of British colonialism, and Wells came up with the idea for the story while he and his brother were imagining what might happen if someone came to colonize England the way England had other countries.

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