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Um texto clássico para o leitor de ficção científica. Publicado em 1895, A Máquina do Tempo é considerado um dos primeiros romances a tratar do conceito de viagem no tempo.O personagem central, um ci

O escritor e cientista H. G. Wells é um dos grandes nomes da ficção científica. Aborda questões morais, através da projeção do que seria a tecnologia no futuro, que com a ganância do homem poderia se

O leitor deve compreender claramente a data em que este livro foi escrito. Foi em 1907. Ele foi publicado em um folhetim semanal durante todo o outono daquele ano. Na época, o aeroplano era para a maioria das pessoas simplesmente um rumor, e a bexiga dominava os ceus. O leitor contemporaneo tem toda a vantagem de anos de experiencia desde queessa historia foi imaginada.

In this collection you will find :Novels-The Time Machine-The War of the Worlds-The Invisible Man-The Island of Doctor Moreau-The Sleeper Awakes-A Modern Utopia-The Wheels of Chance-The First Men in the Moon -The Food of the Gods and How It Came to Earth-In the Days of the Comet-Ann VeronicaShort Stories-Tales of Space and Time-The Red Room-The Diamond Maker-pyornis Island-The Chronic Argonauts-The Flowering of the Strange Orchid-The Remarkable Case of Davidsons Eyes-The History of Mr PollyThe World Set Free+++ H. G. Wells - Biography

Publicada originalmente em 1898, A guerra dos mundos é considerada uma das obras fundadoras da ficção científica moderna. O romance de H.G. Wells relata uma invasão da Terra por alienígenas de Marte

Following the development of massive airships, naive Londoner Bert Smallways becomes accidentally involved in a German plot to invade America by air and reduce New York to rubble.

Mr Polly is an ordinary middle-aged man who is tired of his wifes nagging and his dreary job as the owner of a regional gentlemans outfitters. Faced with the threat of bankruptcy, he concludes that the only way to escape his frustrating existence is by burning his shop to the ground, and killing himself.

HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best loved essential classics In a moment I was clutched by several hands and there was no mistaking that they were trying to haul me back You can scarce imagine how nauseatingly inhuman they looked those pale chinless faces and great lidless pinkish grey eyes An English scientist regales his dinner guests with the tale of his travels to the year 802 701 where he discovers that the human race has evolved into two distinct societies The Eloi elegant and peaceful yet lacking spirit are terrorised by the sinister light fearing Morlocks who live underground surrounded by industry And when his time machine mysteriously vanishes the scientist must descend to the realm of the Morlocks in order to find his only hope of escape H G Wells is considered a founding father of modern science fiction coining the term time machine and popularising the idea of time travel in literature

H.G. Wells considered his short story, The Jilting of Jane, to be amongst the best of his early fiction. This romantic, mystery novella tells the story of Jane, a maid working in the household of George and his wife Euphemia. Jane is engaged to be married to William, however, Euphemia is suspicious and does not believe William to be a decent man. To Janes despair, she soon finds out William is indeed harbouring a secret...Romance, mystery, and tragedy entwine in this short story that will be enjoyed by fans of Downton Abbey, Upstairs Downstairs, and Far From the Madding Crowd. -

H.G. Wellss short story, A Catastrophe was published alongside many of his other works in The Plattner Story and Others. This novella is a poignant tale of a cloth merchant, named Winslow, whose business is on the brink of bankrupcy; his competitor Bandersnatch undercuts his prices and he still owes his investors Helter, Skelter and Grab money. His fortunes change, however, when the titular catastrophe strikes the family just in time to stop complete financial ruin.-

The Future in America is a travelogue that contains the impressions of H. G. Wells from his visits to the United States as well as his unique views on subjects like corruption, injustice, and social relations. The author provides a balanced and insightful view of early 20th century America, praising its progressiveness and creativity. On the other hand, Wells sharp wit never fails to criticise unfair labour practices and racial issues. Wells met with suffragette Jane Addams, civil rights activist Booker T. Washington, and President Theodore Roosevelt during his travels and he provides incredible insight into their beliefs. The Future in America remains relevant as many of the issues discussed still plague modern society and the prescient Wells predicted that America would become a country divided between rich and poor. Wells provides beautiful descriptions of his travels while discussing larger themes with nuance and a unique perspective. This book is the perfect read for fans of Anthony Bourdain or John Steinbeck.-

This masterpiece of science fiction is the fascinating story of Griffin, a scientist who creates a serum to render himself invisible, and his descent into madness that follows. By far one of the greatest science fiction stories every written, by the master himself, H.G. Wells!

Uma viagem de oitocentos mil anos à frente de sua era. É lá que o Viajante do Tempo chega em sua jornada que lança H. G. Wells para sua carreira de sucesso. Com uma escrita envolvente, repleta de cen

Select Conversations with an Uncle is H.G. Wells first book. It is a collection of fourteen humorous conversations between a man and his newly wealthy uncle. These short stories are more grounded than Wells later science-fiction work, but they portray the same values and ideals that influence his celebrated novels. This deeply personal collection gives the reader invaluable insight into Wells character and his views on topics from marriage to art. While these short conversations are intimate, Wells unique and witty prose ensures that they are always entertaining. The best exchanges include the lovelorn tale of La Belle Dame Sans Merci and On Social Music in which the uncle comically complains about a neighbour playing the piano poorly. Drifting between playful and poignant Select Conversations with an Uncle is the perfect read for fans of Wells or conversational literature such as Oscar Wildes The Decay of Lying.-

The Discovery of the Future is a compelling lecture by H.G. Wells arguing for the greater predictability of the future due to science. Following the incredible success of Anticipations, Wells once again expresses his firm belief in the future as the promise of greater things. Using scientific approaches and describing various working methods, Wells elaborates on how humanity can predict the future by focusing on general and not individual beliefs. Wells innovative lecture was originally met with great acclaim and the principle of predicting events due to general causes is still used in political and economic studies today. The Discovery of the Future is an interesting read for fans of Wells novels as it portrays his unique futuristic beliefs that influenced his celebrated science-fiction stories.-

H. G. Wellss seminal works, "The Time Machine,""The Invisible Man," and "The War of the Worlds," present a trilogy that encapsulates the essence of speculative fiction. Each narrative intricately weaves themes of social criticism, human evolution, and existential dread with a pioneering narrative style that blends scientific inquiry with imaginative storytelling. The texts not only reflect the anxieties of late 19th-century industrial society but also challenge the moral implications of technological progress and the nature of humanity, pushing the boundaries of what was conventionally considered possible in literature at the time. H. G. Wells, often hailed as the father of science fiction, was profoundly influenced by the scientific advancements and philosophical debates of his era. His background in biology and his deep-seated concerns about societal change inspired him to explore the repercussions of scientific experimentation. Wellss works have roots in the literary traditions of utopian and dystopian fiction, and they boldly question the ethical dimensions of knowledge, authority, and the future of humanity. This collection is highly recommended for readers who seek thought-provoking narratives that interrogate both the limits of human comprehension and the potential consequences of progress. Wellss imaginative exploration of time travel, invisibility, and interplanetary conflict offers profound insights into the human condition, making this anthology essential for both enthusiasts of classic literature and fans of speculative fiction.

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 economico: los ricos son los que controlan la industria y viven en la parte superior de los rascacielos, en contacto asi con el aire puro y los vehiculos que vuelan; los abogados, medicos, funcionarios y demas empleados viven en los niveles intermedios; finalmente los obreros y obreras, poblacion 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 economicos para poder casarse, deberan marcharse fuera de la ciudad y abocarse a lo desconocido.Ademas de lo innovador y vanguardista del argumento, el autor se distingue tambien por su cuidado en el uso de un lenguaje que sugiere tambien una epoca futura, lo que quizas en parte ocurre debido a la fascinacion que el autor tenia por el lenguaje y su poder para moldear la sociedad y cultura de aquellos que lo usan.Es este el primer volumen de una historia que tendra una segunda parte formada por 5 relatos, en los que Wells se vale de la fantasia y la parodia para cuestionar los problemas sociologicos del momento, que quizas tampoco nos resultan tan alejados a nosotros mas de un siglo despues.-

"Mientras me siento a escribir aquí, en medio de las sombras de las hojas de parra bajo el cielo azul del sur de Italia, me doy cuenta, no sin cierto asombro, de que mi participación en estas asombrosas aventuras del señor Cavor fue, despues de todo, el resultado del mas puro accidente. Podria haber sido cualquiera."En esta novela, una de las mas aclamadas del maestro de la ciencia ficcion, H.G. Wells, encontramos el relato del viaje a la Luna que emprenden sus dos protagonistas, Bedford y Cavor. Siendo muy diferentes entre si, (el señor Bedford es un empresario arruinado, un hombre pragmatico que se ha retirado al campo con la intencion de escribir una obra de teatro, mientras que el Dr. Cavor es un brillante a la par que excentrico cientifico, un hombre siempre perdido en su mundo interior), juntos forman un duo brillante para emprender una aventura.Deciden viajar a la Luna, gracias a que el Dr. Cavor logra inventar la "favorita", una sustancia anti-gravitatoria compuesta de helio y metales fundidos, con la que consiguen recubrir la nave espacial que los llevara, una vez superadas las primeras dificultades y fracasos, hasta el hasta ahora inexplorado satelite terrestre.En su destino se encontraran con una civilizacion extraterrestre, a los que bautizaran como "selenitas", seres organizados en una ferrea estructura jerarquica propia de un tiempo medieval, en la que cada habitante ha sido asignado de antemano una tarea a desempeñar.De esta forma, Wells, en vez de recurrir para su investigacion a la hora de crear una historia creible a los escasos y tampoco muy fiables datos tecnicos y cientificos que se conocian en la epoca acerca de la Luna, prefiere crear un escenario de fantasia mas propicio para una novela de aventuras.Ademas de las aventuras de los humanos y selenitas, este relato contiene una de las reflexiones constantes en su literatura: hasta donde el individualismo humano resulta tan peligroso como el colectivismo totalitario, tendencias y actitudes representadas con los distintos personajes y sus conflictos internos.-