"The World Set Free" is a novel by H. G. Wells, written in 1913 and first published in 1914. The plot concerns the advent and use of terrible and immensely-powerful nuclear weapons the likes of which the world has never seen before, exploring the idea of technological advance as a means of human progress. A fascinating and prophetic novel, "The World Set Free" is highly recommended for fans of vintage speculative fiction. Herbert George Wells (1866 - 1946) was a prolific English writer who wrote in a variety of genres, including the novel, politics, history, and social commentary. Today, he...

Bright Reads Books from My Ink Shines (Rick Sellano, LLC.) brings H.G. Wells' story of his Time Machine. A gigantic print edition of a science fiction tale from decades ago that has fascinated children of all ages for years. We hope you'll overlook that and find the larger print easier to enjoy and read to grandchildren. Ideal for visually challenged individuals and as gifts. Read to grandchildren again. Original authors and illustrators are always credited. Available on Amazon.com. The story is not complete without reading the two volumes.

This volume contains a collection of 55 newspaper columns written by H. G. Wells between 1923 and 1924. Following the immense success Wells' "The Outline of History," people wanted to hear more of his commentary, especially on contemporary events. As such, Wells began writing popular columns for the Westminster Gazette, the New York Times, and the Daily Express. This volume is highly recommended for fans of Wells' writing and those with an interest in early-twentieth-century history. Herbert George Wells (1866 - 1946) was a prolific English writer who wrote in a variety of genres, including...

First published in 1904, "Anticipations" is an attempt by H. G. Wells in 1901 to make predictions about the future, especially concerning technological and scientific progress. It offers an interesting look at the technological achievements of the 20th century, with Wells reflecting on some of the less attractive characteristics of a world we have grown beyond, as well as offering a keen insight into social dynamics and the progress it directs. "Anticipations" unsurprisingly presents a fascinating medley of accurate predictions - cars & buses, aerial wartime combat, etc. - and not so accurate...

Contained within this volume is a collection of writings by George Boon, painstakingly selected and edited by H. G. Wells for inclusion in The Times newspaper. Chapters include: "The Back Of Miss Bathwick And George Boon," "Being The First Chapter Of 'The Mind Of The Race'," "The Great Slump, The Revival Of Letters, And The Garden By The Sea," "Of Art, Of Literature, Of Mr Henry James," "Of The Assembling And Opening Of The World Conference On The Mind Of The Race," "Of Not Liking Hallery And The Royal Society For The Discouragement Of Literature," et cetera. Herbert George Wells (1866 -...

"Crux Ansata" is a fervent attack on the Roman Catholic Church and Pope Pius XII written by H. G. Wells at the height of the Second World War. Within it, Wells uses his position and popularity to bolster British morale, praising the English spirit whilst simultaneously condemning the "spreading octopus" of the Church and its "Shinto alliance." Contents include: "Why Do We Not Bomb Rome?," "The Development Of The Idea Of Christendom," "The Essential Weakness Of Christendom," "Heresies Are Experiments In Man's Unsatisfied Search For Truth," "The City of God," "The Church Salvages Learning,"...

"An Experiment in Autobiography" was first published in 1934. Within it, Wells recounts his childhood, school days, struggle to make money, his eventual literary success, and latter occupation as a prophet of socialism. A fascinating and unique look into the life and mind of this seminal author, "An Experiment in Autobiography" will appeal to all who have read and loved the works of H. G. Wells. Contents include: "47 High Street, Bromley, Kent," "Up Park and Joseph Wells (1827-1910)," "Sarah Wells at Atlas House (1855-1880)," "A Broken Leg and Some Books and Pictures (1874)," "Mr. Morley's...

Many authors throughout history have presented their religious beliefs in written form, and H. G. wells is no exception. Within this fascinating volume, Wells covers everything from inter personal relationships to military attitude. He begins with his ideas concerning metaphysics, beliefs, and general conduct; with the latter part of the book dealing with "personal things." Contents include: "The Back Of Miss Bathwick And George Boon," "Being The First Chapter Of 'The Mind Of The Race'," "The Great Slump, The Revival Of Letters, And The Garden By The Sea," "Of Art, Of Literature, Of Mr Henry...

Within this volume H. G. Wells explores not the idea of religion, but the idea of a deity. He presets his own belief in a finite God - an attack on doctrinal Christianity that supports the idea of an infinite force. "God, the Invisible King" sets forth clearly and exactly H. G. Wells' personal religious beliefs, making it a must-read for fans of his work and highly recommended for those with an interest in Christianity. Contents include: "The Cosmogony Of Modern Religion," "Heresies; Or The Things That God Is Not," "The Likeness Of God," "The Religion Of Atheists," "The Invisible King,"...

This is H. G. Wells' 1906 science fiction novel, "In the Days of the Comet." The strange vapours of a nearby comet begin to alter the air of Earth itself, engendering an incredible, long-lasting transformation in the way people think. An entertaining and thought-provoking novel, "In the Days of the Comet" represents the classic sci-fi that Wells is famous for, and it is not to be missed by fans and collectors of his seminal work. Herbert George Wells (1866 - 1946) was a prolific English writer who wrote in a variety of genres, including the novel, politics, history, and social commentary....