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Author(s): Rollyson, Carl
Source:
Critical Survey of World Literature. 2017, p3039-3048. 10p.

Additional Information
- Subject Terms:
  Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946; Invisible Man, The (Book : Wells); Time Machine, The (Book : Wells); War of the Worlds, The (Book : Wells); Science fiction writing; Martians; Time travel in literature
- Abstract:
  The article presents a biography of English author Herbert George Wells (H.G. Wells), and it provides critiques of Wells' novels "The Time Machine," "The Invisible Man," and "The War of the Worlds." Wells' family life, work history, and science fiction writing are addressed, along with the influence that scientist Charles Darwin had on Wells' writing. Literary themes such as time travel and a Martian invasion in England are assessed.

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