TITLE:The War of the Worlds

PUBLISHER:Harper Press

ISBN:9780008190019

DEC-INDEX :823.912

YEAR:2017

RESUME:"The War of the Worlds" is a novel by H.G. Wells, first published in 1898. The story is about a Martian invasion of Earth and follows the experiences of an unnamed narrator as he witnesses the destruction and chaos caused by the alien invaders. The novel explores themes of imperialism, technology, and the vulnerability of human civilization in the face of a superior force. Through the character of the narrator, Wells critiques the hubris of the British Empire and questions the notion of human superiority over other life forms. "The War of the Worlds" is known for its vivid and realistic depiction of the Martian invasion and its influence on the science fiction genre. The novel has been adapted into numerous films, radio dramas, and other works of art, and has become a classic of science fiction literature. Overall, "The War of the Worlds" is a thrilling and thought-provoking story that continues to captivate readers and inspire writers and artists to this day.

N_PAGES:224

ILLUSTRATION:non

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