H. G. Wells

The Discovery of the Future (eBook, ePUB)

Envisioning Tomorrow: A Forecast of Technological and Social Evolution in H. G. Wells' Classic Speculative Essays

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In H. G. Wells' 'The Discovery of the Future,' the author explores his vision of the distant future through a series of thought-provoking essays. Written in a clear and concise style, Wells predicts technological advancements and social changes that still hold relevance today. Published in 1902, this book reflects the era's fascination with progress and the unknown, making it a key work of speculative fiction. Wells' literary prowess and foresight are evident in his detailed descriptions of a future world shaped by scientific innovation and societal evolution.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 145
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. März 2020
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066097578
• Artikelnr.: 59303353

Autorenporträt

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.