The War of the Worlds
The War of the Worlds by Herbert George Wells, published by Oxford University Press in 1995, is a significant work in the science fiction genre. This edition, comprising 188 pages, presents the story of Martians landing near London and their subsequent conquest, which raises questions about the fate of civilization. Wells’s narrative is grounded in realism, as he bicycled the route taken by the Martians, and features a cast of characters that reflect the societal changes of the fin-de-siècle period.
Readers will find that this edition includes explanatory notes on contemporary references, as well as maps of London and its surroundings, enhancing the understanding of the text. The introduction provides insights into the literary and social context of Wells’s time, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the evolution of science fiction and its critique of society. The book explores themes of invasion and human resilience, showcasing Wells’s narrative imagination and scientific skepticism.
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In The War of the Worlds (1898) H. G. Wells invented the myth of invasion from outer space. Martians land near London, conquering all before them, and ruin the metropolis; the fate of civilization and even of the human race remains in doubt until the very last. The War of the Worlds is disturbingly realistic both because of its setting – Wells bicycled the route the Martians take on landing – and because of its characters: the superstitious curate, boastful artilleryman, and enterprising medical student are believable if not sympathetic figures, as well as signifying types of fin-de-siecle change and vision. The novel exemplifies most dramatically the scientific scepticism and vivid narrative imagination which make Wells the pre-eminent founder of modern science fiction. This edition offers explanatory notes on contemporary references, maps of London and its environs, and a stimulating introduction which examines the literary and social climate in which Wells lived.
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