The War of the Worlds with the Time Machine and Selected Short Stories [Hardcover] H.G. Wells

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Hardcover has wear. Hardcover taped. No dust jacket. Inside cover torn out. Outside pages have wear. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This vintage hardcover edition brings together H.G. Wells’ most celebrated works, including The War of the Worlds and The Time Machine. Though well-worn, it preserves the pioneering science fiction tales that captured the anxieties and hopes of the Victorian era. Wells’ imaginative stories of Martian invasions and time travel not only entertained but also explored profound themes of scientific progress, social evolution, and humanity’s potential futures. A treasured artifact for collectors and readers alike.

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SKU: VB9-036 Category: Product Condition: Used

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Hardcover has wear. Hardcover taped. No dust jacket. Inside cover torn out. Outside pages have wear. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of H.G. Wells’ seminal works of science fiction is a testament to the enduring appeal of his visionary storytelling. The War of the Worlds, published in 1898, is a groundbreaking novel that imagined a terrifying Martian invasion of Earth, reflecting Victorian-era anxieties about colonial exploitation and the limits of scientific progress. The Time Machine, published in 1895, is a pioneering work of time travel fiction that explores concepts of social evolution and the potential futures of humanity. This collection also includes several of Wells’ thought-provoking short stories, showcasing his versatility as a writer. Despite its worn exterior, this volume offers a window into the mind of one of the most influential science fiction authors of all time, whose works continue to inspire and challenge readers today.

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Weight 1.1 lbs
Dimensions 8.2 × 5.8 × 1.7 in
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