Books by H. G. Wells

‘The Time Machine’ is a celebrated sci-fi novella by H. G. Wells that was adapted into a movie starring Guy Pearce in 2002. It is the work that helped skyrocket Wells’ career and its impact on the sci-fi genre can still be felt as it is the first usage of the term ‘time machine’. The protagonist travels 800,000 years into the future, and he initially believes that Earth has become a utopia. However, he quickly discovers that Earth is more inequitable than ever as there is an underground race of ape-like creatures that ensure the society above remains blissful. These violent creatures capture the protagonist's time machine, and he must journey through the dark and dangerous underground caves to retrieve it. ‘The Time Machine’ is a gripping read as Wells’ descriptions of the futuristic world and its inhabitants are strikingly disturbing. This is an incredibly poignant story as Wells criticises the rising inequality of Victorian Britain which is still relevant to this day. The blend of adventure and sentimentality in this strange and dark future turns the novel into a remarkable read that fans of shows such as ‘Doctor Who’ and directors such as Jordan Peele will find difficult to put down.H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a celebrated English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’ influence cannot be overstated for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. A four-time Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, from religion to social criticism and beyond. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel ‘The Time Machine’, the sci-fi adventure novel ‘The Island of Dr. Moreau’, and the mankind-versus-aliens novel ‘The War of the Worlds’. Wells occupies one of the central seats in the canon of science-fiction literature and his writing inspired other celebrated authors such as Ray Bradbury and Philip K. Dick. Wells’ stories are still widely read to this day and have had numerous cinematic adaptations including ‘The Invisible Man’ starring Elisabeth Moss.

‘The War of the Worlds’ is H. G. Wells’ most popular novel and is celebrated as one of the most influential and greatest science-fiction stories ever. Its popularity stems largely from the fact that it is one of the earliest stories dealing with an alien invasion on Earth. An army of Martians lands in England and their three-legged robots wreak havoc and destruction upon the unsuspecting civilians. The protagonist is separated from his wife during the onslaught and must defeat the invaders and find his wife. This thrilling novel features non-stop action from the start as the protagonist must journey through a nightmarish world in which aliens are not the only monsters. The novel remains timeless due to its critique of imperialism and its belief that civilisation will turn to other planets once their native resources have been plundered. Well’s vivid and terrifying imagery caused widespread panic when ‘The War of the Worlds’ was broadcast as a radio play in 1938 as people believed the invasion was real. The novel spawned an Academy Award-nominated movie adaptation directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Tom Cruise in 2005. It is clear to see why ‘The War of the Worlds’ remains influential as it is the definition of a page-turner and should be read by fans of authors such as George Orwell or Frank Herbert.H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a celebrated English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’ influence cannot be overstated for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. A four-time Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, from religion to social criticism and beyond. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel ‘The Time Machine’, the sci-fi adventure novel ‘The Island of Dr. Moreau’, and the mankind-versus-aliens novel ‘The War of the Worlds’. Wells occupies one of the central seats in the canon of science-fiction literature and his writing inspired other celebrated authors such as Ray Bradbury and Philip K. Dick. Wells’ stories are still widely read to this day and have had numerous cinematic adaptations including ‘The Invisible Man’ starring Elisabeth Moss.

Despite being a pacifist, Wells masterfully explains and gathers all the prerequisites for waging a war... with toy soldiers. 'Little Wars' can be said to be the original instruction manual for how to run a tabletop battle. Satire and pacifist views blend in this narrative that expresses Wells' idea that wars should be waged on the dining room floor rather than among the corpse-ridden trenches of Europe. The book's influence on modern warfare manuals and board games is indisputable, as tabletop conflicts are conducted to this day. Wells portrays the harrowing nature of war, but his humour ensures the book remains an entertaining read. The whimsical writing and stunning sketches create a book that should be read by all fans of tabletop war games.-

‘The Invisible Man’ is one of H.G. Wells’ most celebrated and widely read novels. The story revolves around Griffin, a scientist who discovers the serum of invisibility that sends his whole life into chaos. The invisible man embarks on a ‘reign of terror’ across England from burglary to assault and murder, all while being pursued by the police. Wells masterfully blends the terrifying and the humorous in this engrossing story as mischief quickly turns to mayhem. ‘The Invisible Man’ is as poignant as it is entertaining as Wells’ acclaimed social critique questions whether unlimited power creates evil. Each reader can take a different meaning from ‘The Invisible Man’ which is one of the reasons it remains relevant to this day and was adapted into a movie starring Elisabeth Moss in 2020. This captivating and thought-provoking novel should be read by fans of Ray Bradbury and George Orwell.H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a celebrated English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’ influence cannot be overstated for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. A four-time Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, from religion to social criticism and beyond. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel ‘The Time Machine’, the sci-fi adventure novel ‘The Island of Dr. Moreau’, and the mankind-versus-aliens novel ‘The War of the Worlds’. Wells occupies one of the central seats in the canon of science-fiction literature and his writing inspired other celebrated authors such as Ray Bradbury and Philip K. Dick. Wells’ stories are still widely read to this day and have had numerous cinematic adaptations including ‘The Invisible Man’ starring Elisabeth Moss.

'Mankind in the Making' is a collection of papers written by Wells about the construction of a better future. These essays discuss topics such as educational reforms, poverty, the modern state, and political institutions in general. Wells critiques the Victorian system and provides a socialist perspective on how it can be improved. While Wells' ideals are socialist, he injects a unique futurist viewpoint as only he can. The book received praise from other authors such as Henry James for its interesting and well-justified ideas. 'Mankind in the Making' provides a deeper understanding of Wells' progressive and futuristic ideas that are abundant in his novels. Wells' thoughtful critiques of modern society remain relevant to this day and this book should be read by all fans of his other work, and anyone interested in politics.-

If you visited a paradise, how could return to living in the normal world? That’s the question which haunts Lionel Wallace in H.G. Wells’ "The Door in the Wall". When he was a child, Lionel found a magical green door. He stepped through it into a sun-dappled garden, inhabited by angelic women and friendly animals. Then suddenly he was cast out, back into reality. For the rest of his life, he longs to find that green door once again. "The Door in the Wall" has invited countless interpretations over the years—is it about repressed trauma, or missed opportunities, or a fable about industrialisation? Read it to make up your mind. H.G. Wells (1866–1946) was an English author often called the "father of science fiction". His work popularised some of the genre’s most abiding concepts, such as time travel and parallel universes, while also exploring social issues of the day. Among his most famous books are "The Time Machine", "The Island of Doctor Moreau", "The Invisible Man" and "The First Men in the Moon".Wells was also one of the first writers to imagine an alien invasion. In "The War of the Worlds" he depicts a devastating attack by Martians, who stalk the earth in huge metal tripods. Orson Welles famously created an American radio version in the 1930s, panicking some listeners who thought it was a real news bulletin. The book has been adapted for the screen many times, including a movie starring Tom Cruise and a BBC television series.

Anonimowy naukowiec opracowuje prototyp machiny do podróży w czasie. Wehikuł przenosi go do 802 701 roku, gdzie rywalizują ze sobą dwie rasy. Elojowie wyewoluowali z klasy wyższej, która podporządkowała sobie świat przy użyciu nowych technologii. To pokojowa, ale mało ambitna społeczność. Inaczej niż rasa Marloków, która powstała z poniewieranej klasy robotniczej. Żyją pod ziemią, boją się światła, są bezwzględni, pożerają Elojów. Podróżnik ratuje tonącą Elojkę, odnajduje swój wehikuł i przenosi się coraz to dalej w przyszłość, aż staje się świadkiem upadku ziemi. Herbert George Wells (1866-1946) - jeden z prekursorów gatunku science fiction. Z wykształcenia biolog, jednak od najmłodszych lat odznaczał się bujną wyobraźnią i lekkim piórem. Gdy z przyczyn zdrowotnych musiał zrezygnować z zawodu nauczyciela, zaczął utrzymywać się z pisania - początkowo były to materiały dziennikarskie, a z czasem także literatura. Autor powieści "Wojna światów", "Wehikuł czasu" i "Wyspa doktora Moreau".

H. G. Wells' classic science-fiction novel about a man who's turned himself invisible.

Wells es el escritor conocido mundialmente por sus historias de ciencia ficción y con esta nos trae una historia de amor al uso pero que tiene lugar en un escenario futurista: la ciudad de Londres dentro de mil años.La premisa al comienzo de su historia es que la humanidad se encuentra ahora dividida de forma vertical en 3 "niveles" atendiendo a criterios de poder económico: los ricos son los que controlan la industria y viven en la parte superior de los rascacielos, en contacto así con el aire puro y los vehículos que vuelan; los abogados, médicos, funcionarios y demás empleados viven en los niveles intermedios; finalmente los obreros y obreras, población miserable que apenas logra sobrevivir, que viven en los pisos bajos.Teniendo en cuenta su pertenencia a una de las clases descritas, la pareja protagonista de la historia, Elizabeth y Denton, carentes de recursos económicos para poder casarse, deberán marcharse fuera de la ciudad y abocarse a lo desconocido.Además de lo innovador y vanguardista del argumento, el autor se distingue también por su cuidado en el uso de un lenguaje que sugiere también una época futura, lo que quizás en parte ocurre debido a la fascinación que el autor tenía por el lenguaje y su poder para moldear la sociedad y cultura de aquéllos que lo usan.Es éste el primer volumen de una historia que tendrá una segunda parte formada por 5 relatos, en los que Wells se vale de la fantasía y la parodia para cuestionar los problemas sociológicos del momento, que quizás tampoco nos resultan tan alejados a nosotros más de un siglo después.H. G. Wells fue un reconocido escritor y biólogo inglés. Entre sus obras más reconocidas están La Máquina del Tiempo, La Guerra de los Mundos y la Isla del Dr. Moreau. Fue nominado cuatro veces al premio Nobel de Literatura, y predijo el descubrimiento de aviones, tanques, viaje espacial y la televisión satelital años antes de su existencia.

En esta novela publicada en 4 entregas que acabó de ver la luz en 1909, el conocido escritor de ciencia ficción H.G. Wells nos deleita con un ensayo que pretende contener todas las disciplinas de su interés: ciencia ficción , realismo, comedia y ensayo sociológico.Con el pretexto narrativo de la comercialización de la sustancia que da título a la novela, Wells expone su defensa del gobierno de la mayoría proletaria en lugar de un gobierno elitista intelectual. De esta manera, una vez más nos trae aquí un análisis sociológico y una descripción realista de la Inglaterra de principios del siglo XX que caracterizan su obra literaria.La pertenencia a una clase social y los choques entre clases están plasmados en la figura del protagonista, el narrador en primera persona George Penderevo, un aprendiz de farmacéutico cuya vida está condicionada por la marca de nacimiento que imprime el haber alumbrado perteneciendo a la clase social baja, y cómo el resto de su existencia girará en torno a la superación de esta premisa y su intento de escalar posicionesen la escala social.Además de la historia de su vida, George nos hace partícipes de la historia de su tío, el comerciante de este tónico que da título a la obra, Tono Bungay, una sustancia que pese a no tener ningún efecto positivo, gracias a una campaña publicitaria extremadamente inteligente y exitosa ha logrado convencer a toda la sociedad británica de sus propiedades curativas y milagrosas. George se verá en medio de una lucha interna cuando, gracias a ayudar a su tío en la comercialización del producto, se va lucrando económicamente, pese a que, según sus propias palabras: "la venta de Tono-Bungay es un procedimiento completamente deshonesto".Las apreciaciones de Wells acerca del significado de clase, dinero, publicidad o el poder de los medios de comunicación permanecen asombrosamente vigentes más de cien años después en nuestra sociedad occidental, haciendo de esta crónica acerca de la credulidad y esencia humana una de sus mejores obras literarias.H. G. Wells fue un reconocido escritor y biólogo inglés. Entre sus obras más reconocidas están La Máquina del Tiempo, La Guerra de los Mundos y la Isla del Dr. Moreau. Fue nominado cuatro veces al premio Nobel de Literatura, y predijo el descubrimiento de aviones, tanques, viaje espacial y la televisión satelital años antes de su existencia.

L’assistente insegnante Lewisham si innamora perdutamente della bella Ethel, figliastra di un medium truffaldino. Inizialmente il destino sembra intromettersi tra i due, che finiscono per trasferirsi in due città diverse, per poi farli incontrare nuovamente in circostanze inaspettate. Durante una seduta spiritica, Lewisham si imbatte infatti nella sua amata e, intenzionato a sposarla e ad allontanarla dall’attività fraudolenta, rinuncerà per sempre alla sua carriera.Herbert George Wells (1866 – 1946), conosciuto anche con lo pseudonimo di H. G. Wells, è stato un popolare scrittore e giornalista britannico, noto anche come uno degli iniziatori del genere fantascientifico, accanto a Jules Verne. Le opere del socialista H. G. Wells si contraddistinguono per la lungimiranza con la quale è stato in grado di visualizzare e trasporre invenzioni che si sarebbero affermate negli anni successivi, come per esempio i carri armati, la televisione satellitare e i viaggi nello spazio. Tra i suoi romanzi più famosi ricordiamo "La macchina del tempo", "L’uomo invisibile" e "La guerra dei mondi", quest’ultimo ispirato al celebre dramma radiofonico di Orson Welles.

Dos científicos despistados, Redwood y Bensington, con una misión en común: encontrar el alimento perfecto, la "Heracleoforbia", que aumenta el tamaño de las criaturas que lo ingieren. Así nos encontramos con un escenario en que los pollos se vuelven tan grandes que se comen a los gatos, las ratas y avispas gigantes a los humanos, las plantas venenosas crecen tanto que resultan letales...Como consecuencia, los bebés a los que acaba llegando este alimento se convierten en criaturas gigantes que se enfrentarán en una lucha a los "pequeños" humanos. El conflicto está servido, y su desenlace es incierto, aunque probablemente trágico en cualquier caso. Son historias entrelazadas a lo largo de los continentes y los siglos, con cambios de tono (la primera parte podría ser el escenario de una película de terror, cuando las ratas salen a aterrorizar a los pueblerinos de la campiña inglesa, la segunda tiene un tono de fábula con una crítica despiadada a la sociedad inglesa del momento, mientras la tercera ocurre veinte años después con los cambios que ha traído este invento).Una vez más Wells demostró ser un visionario que ya a principios del siglo XX se adelantaba al conflicto ético y moral que en nuestros días, más de cien años después, está suscitando el debate sobre la modificación genética o los alimentos transgénicos. Y nos deja su habitual invitación a la reflexión acerca de la ética en los avances científicos y la moraleja: el hombre no debería jugar a ser Dios, ya que por muy noble que sea el propósito, la ejecución siempre es llevada a cabo por hombres que tienen los defectos propios de la especie humana y por tanto el resultado puede ser catastrófico.Adaptada al cine en 1976 por Bert L. Gordon, el resultado fue una película de serie B más bien mediocre que además prescindía de la parte más importante del relato y se centraba en un discurso ecologista característico de la época.H. G. Wells fue un reconocido escritor y biólogo inglés. Entre sus obras más reconocidas están La Máquina del Tiempo, La Guerra de los Mundos y la Isla del Dr. Moreau. Fue nominado cuatro veces al premio Nobel de Literatura, y predijo el descubrimiento de aviones, tanques, viaje espacial y la televisión satelital años antes de su existencia.

Celebrate the march of progress with this timeless sci-fi classic penned by a Victorian master. "The Island of Doctor Moreau" (1896) depicts a castaway’s adventures on a hellish island. The mad scientist Moreau has created abominable human-like creatures through a series of inhumane experiments. This blasphemy soon spells his end. Praising the wonders and limitless possibilities of science and the imagination, Wells’ novel is a joyride in madness and horror. It is also filled with social and philosophical criticism of evolution, creation and the problematic relationship between man and nature. In many ways it is even more relevant today than on the day of its initial release.This novel is recommended reading to all fans of classic science fiction literature. This classic has been adapted countless times for virtually every medium, including a 1996 film starring Marlon Brando and Val Kilmer.H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was an English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’s influence cannot be neglected for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. Four times Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, occupying one of the central seats in the canon of British literature. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel "The Time Machine", the sci-fi adventure novel "The Island of Dr. Moreau", the mankind-versus-aliens novel "The War of the Worlds" and more than seventy short stories.

Is it better to reign in hell than to serve in Heaven?Wells at his thoughtful best, "The Country of the Blind" (1904) is one of his best-known and most-anthologized short stories. The fable tells the story of a stranded mountaineer’s fateful discovery of a mythical village where everyone is blind only to realise that he can teach and rule them. But much to his dismay the villagers do not show any understanding of this fifth sense that is entirely unknown to them. This story poses many questions: Is there really any such thing as a handicap? How much are we willing to sacrifice for love? In the country of the blind, the one-eyed man is king. Or is he?H. G. Wells was an English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’s influence cannot be neglected for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. Four times Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, occupying one of the central seats in the canon of British literature. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel "The Time Machine", the sci-fi adventure novel "The Island of Dr. Moreau", the mankind-versus-aliens novel "The War of the Worlds" and more than seventy short stories.

Did H. G. Wells foresee World War One? Or was he just caught up in the frenzy over the recent invention of flying machines? With "The War in the Air" (1908) the frenzy around aircraft was at its peak. Wells simply couldn’t help himself but buy into the future. Balloons, heavier flying machines, zeppelins, and many more soar freely throughout this novel, offering a somewhat sinister peek into what the future may hold.This remarkably progressive book tells the story of the world focusing mostly on Bert Smallways (a minimised Wells self-portrait) who is, rather accidentally it seems, thrown into the middle of the story.A fast-paced, compelling, and futuristic novel perfect for sci-fi and steampunk enthusiasts.H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was an English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’s influence cannot be neglected for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. Four times Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, occupying one of the central seats in the canon of British literature. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel "The Time Machine", the sci-fi adventure novel "The Island of Dr. Moreau", the mankind-versus-aliens novel "The War of the Worlds" and more than seventy short stories.

A superbly crafted psychological chiller with an ending to die for! Let H. G. Wells walk you through the fear and uneasiness that abounds at night in the Red Room in Lorraine Castle. "The Red Room" (1894) pays a heartfelt tribute to the genre of haunted houses and showcases Wells’ superbly descriptive writing. The story follows an unnamed protagonist who wants to spend the night in an alleged haunted house in order to debunk the myths surrounding such places. He ends up getting more than he bargained for and from the midst of his vivid fear he realizes that the difference between darkness and light is that fear itself resides in darkness.H. G. Wells was an English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’s influence cannot be neglected for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. Four times Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, occupying one of the central seats in the canon of British literature. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel "The Time Machine", the sci-fi adventure novel "The Island of Dr. Moreau", the mankind-versus-aliens novel "The War of the Worlds" and more than seventy short stories.

Don’t let yourself be fooled by the title..."A Modern Utopia" (1905) is a dystopian, prophetic, and horrific novel proving how Wells always was ahead of his time. Its hybrid character – blending fiction and non-fiction – gives it an almost postmodern quality, as it tells of a time-travel gone wrong that brings two travellers to a planet called Utopia, where their intellectual discussions and thoughts about what constitutes a perfect society are allowed to roam free.The world Wells depicts can easily be recognised in later dystopian masterpieces such as Aldous Huxley’s "Brave New World" and George Orwell’s "1984".H. G. Wells was an English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’s influence cannot be neglected for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. Four times Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, occupying one of the central seats in the canon of British literature. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel "The Time Machine", the sci-fi adventure novel "The Island of Dr. Moreau", the mankind-versus-aliens novel "The War of the Worlds" and more than seventy short stories.

What happens when you glimpse into the fourth dimension? You return forever changed as a mirror image. Glimpsing into a parallel world through a science experiment gone wrong, the schoolteacher Gottfried Plattner returns after nine days in inverted form to tell the story of exactly what he saw in what can best be described as the ‘Other-World’.The cult status Netflix show, Stranger Things, clearly found inspiration in the way Wells touch upon subjects like parallel worlds, encounters with anomalous semi-human creatures, life and afterlife, Wells’ story masterfully, but feebly lifts the veil between worlds to give the reader a sneak peak of what lies beyond.H. G. Wells was an English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’s influence cannot be neglected for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. Four times Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, occupying one of the central seats in the canon of British literature. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel "The Time Machine", the sci-fi adventure novel "The Island of Dr. Moreau", the mankind-versus-aliens novel "The War of the Worlds" and more than seventy short stories.

H. G. Wells wrote so vividly that this collection of short stories might as well have just been released.As the title suggests, this collection includes twelve stories and a final piece that is narrated in the form of a dream. While its carefully crafted built-up saves the best for last, all these stories are masterpieces and contain brilliant storylines authentic to Victorian science fiction. In "A Dream of Armageddon" – the collection’s crowning achievement – the protagonist engages in conversation with a stranger on a train who eagerly tells him about a series of dreams comprising exotic, futuristic places, teeming with sadness and romantic feelings for a beloved woman. This epic story has been adapted for theatre and radio. An interesting and nuanced collection showing the rare and rich talent of H. G. Wells. H. G. Wells was an English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’s influence cannot be neglected for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. Four times Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, occupying one of the central seats in the canon of British literature. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel "The Time Machine", the sci-fi adventure novel "The Island of Dr. Moreau", the mankind-versus-aliens novel "The War of the Worlds" and more than seventy short stories.

A scientist whose experiments have rendered him invisible veers into madness when he cannot change back in this thrilling and influential cornerstone of science fiction.A mysterious visitor to an inn, bundled up from head to toe and with his face covered in bandages, draws the attention and gossip of locals, but their wildest speculations come nowhere near the bizarre truth. This is the rogue scientist Griffin, who has made himself invisible and will shortly learn he can¿t return to normal. Brilliant, unhinged and full of undirected rage at his fate, what outrageous crimes might an invisible man commit? The Invisible Man first appeared in 1897 and has resonated in pop culture ever since, with its title character portrayed as both hero and villain in film, television and graphic novels. The author¿s most celebrated contributions to the fledgling literature of science fiction, The Time Machine, The Island of Dr. Moreau, The Invisible Man and The War of the Worlds, appeared over the course of less than five years and mark an extraordinary outpouring of the imagination.With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Invisible Man is both modern and readable.

À deriva, sem esperanças de sobreviver em alto mar, Prendick é resgatado por um navio e deixado numa pequena ilha. Lá, ele encontra seres de aparência grotesca, mescla de animais e homens... Não tarda a descobrir que são produtos das experiências do Dr. Moreau, um cirurgião exilado que realiza experimentos macabros em animais! Será que ele conseguirá escapar das garras desse doutor insano?Em mais um de seus clássicos, Wells analisa a humanidade através de uma parábola da teoria da evolução. Essa história foi adaptada diversas vezes ao cinema, destacando-se o filme homônimo dirigido por John Frankenheimer em 1996, estrelando Marlon Brando e Val Kilmer, e o filme clássico "A Ilha de Almas Selvagens" (1932).Herbert George Wells (1866-1946), conhecido como H. G. Wells, foi um escritor britânico considerado como um dos precursores dos romances de ficção científica. Através de suas histórias, ele inventou diversos temas que fazem parte da cultura popular atual, ao mesmo tempo em que questiona a humanidade e a forma como se organiza a sociedade."A Máquina do Tempo", "O Homem Invisível" e "A Guerra dos Mundos" estão entre suas obras mais conhecidas. Seus romances foram adaptados inúmeras vezes para o cinema, destacando-se o filme "Guerra dos Mundos" (2005) do ilustre Steven Spielberg, estrelando Tom Cruise e Dakota Fanning.

Em pleno período de intenso crescimento científico e tecnológico que marcou a virada do século XX, o pensador H. G. Wells examina a evolução humana desde seus primórdios. Através desse quadro geral da humanidade, Wells expõe as diferentes maneiras em que vivem os homens e as motivações por trás de suas atividades desde a alimentação até o sistema econômico mundial.Assim como em suas obras de ficção científica mais influentes, as questões levantadas por esse autor sobre relação entre o passado e o futuro dos seres humanos continuam a ser relevantes e envolventes. Nesse segundo volume, além de outros tópicos pertinentes, Wells observa o papel do comércio, da economia e do trabalho, bem como a função da educação e do governo para o desenvolvimento da sociedade.Herbert George Wells (1866-1946), conhecido como H. G. Wells, foi um escritor britânico considerado como um dos precursores dos romances de ficção científica. Através de suas histórias, ele inventou diversos temas que fazem parte da cultura popular atual, ao mesmo tempo em que questiona a humanidade e a forma como se organiza a sociedade."A Máquina do Tempo", "O Homem Invisível" e "A Guerra dos Mundos" estão entre suas obras mais conhecidas. Seus romances foram adaptados inúmeras vezes para o cinema, destacando-se o filme "Guerra dos Mundos" (2005) do ilustre Steven Spielberg, estrelando Tom Cruise e Dakota Fanning.

Em pleno período de intenso crescimento científico e tecnológico que marcou a virada do século XX, o pensador H. G. Wells examina a evolução humana desde seus primórdios. Através desse quadro geral da humanidade, Wells expõe as diferentes maneiras em que vivem os homens e as motivações por trás de suas atividades desde a alimentação até o sistema econômico mundial.Assim como em suas obras de ficção científica mais influentes, as questões levantadas por esse autor sobre relação entre o passado e o futuro dos seres humanos continuam a ser relevantes e envolventes. Nesse primeiro volume, Wells aborda a humanidade na sua origem: a biologia animal, o aprimoramento do pensamento humano e a conquista do clima e do espaço são alguns dos temas elucidados.Herbert George Wells (1866-1946), conhecido como H. G. Wells, foi um escritor britânico considerado como um dos precursores dos romances de ficção científica. Através de suas histórias, ele inventou diversos temas que fazem parte da cultura popular atual, ao mesmo tempo em que questiona a humanidade e a forma como se organiza a sociedade."A Máquina do Tempo", "O Homem Invisível" e "A Guerra dos Mundos" estão entre suas obras mais conhecidas. Seus romances foram adaptados inúmeras vezes para o cinema, destacando-se o filme "Guerra dos Mundos" (2005) do ilustre Steven Spielberg, estrelando Tom Cruise e Dakota Fanning.

Em uma noite gelada, surge numa cidade isolada na Inglaterra um desconhecido à procura de abrigo. Com o rosto coberto de bandagens, enluvado e de óculos escuros, esse homem distante e misterioso não quer ser incomodado... Mas esse homem esconde um estranho segredo: após fazer experiências, ele obteve o poder da invisibilidade, mas não consegue voltar ao normal! Ele será capaz de conviver entre os outros humanos sem ser descoberto?Wells analisa a ambição do homem, a coabitação em sociedade e os limites da ciência nessa obra incontornável. A forma como esse autor aborda o tema da invisibilidade foi fonte de inspiração para inúmeras adaptações como o filme homônimo dirigido por Leigh Whannell em 2020, estrelando Elisabeth Moss, e o filme brasileiro "A garota invisível" (2009), com Selton Mello e Luana Piovani.Herbert George Wells (1866-1946), conhecido como H. G. Wells, foi um escritor britânico considerado como um dos precursores dos romances de ficção científica. Através de suas histórias, ele inventou diversos temas que fazem parte da cultura popular atual, ao mesmo tempo em que questiona a humanidade e a forma como se organiza a sociedade."A Máquina do Tempo", "O Homem Invisível" e "A Guerra dos Mundos" estão entre suas obras mais conhecidas. Seus romances foram adaptados inúmeras vezes para o cinema, destacando-se o filme "Guerra dos Mundos" (2005) do ilustre Steven Spielberg, estrelando Tom Cruise e Dakota Fanning.