Author: H. G. Wells
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 496
Book Description
H. G. Wells' "The Country of the Blind & Other Sci-Fi Tales - 33 Fantasy Stories in One Edition" showcases a collection of gripping science fiction tales that exemplify Wells' genius for storytelling and imaginative world-building. These stories explore themes of technology, society, and the future, showcasing Wells' unique vision and ability to provoke thought and discussion. His writing style is engaging and thought-provoking, with a focus on blending scientific ideas with speculative fiction, making this collection a must-read for fans of the genre. The literary context of Wells' work can be seen as a precursor to modern science fiction, influencing generations of writers to come. H. G. Wells' background as a prolific writer and visionary thinker shines through in the intricate narratives and vivid worlds he creates in this collection. Inspired by the scientific advancements and social changes of his time, Wells uses his storytelling to explore the possibilities and dangers of progress, making him a key figure in the development of science fiction as a genre. I highly recommend "The Country of the Blind & Other Sci-Fi Tales" to readers who appreciate thought-provoking science fiction that challenges assumptions and explores the boundaries of human knowledge and imagination. Wells' timeless stories continue to inspire and captivate readers with their visionary ideas and compelling narratives.
The Country of the Blind & Other Sci-Fi Tales - 33 Fantasy Stories in One Edition
Author: H. G. Wells
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 496
Book Description
H. G. Wells' "The Country of the Blind & Other Sci-Fi Tales - 33 Fantasy Stories in One Edition" showcases a collection of gripping science fiction tales that exemplify Wells' genius for storytelling and imaginative world-building. These stories explore themes of technology, society, and the future, showcasing Wells' unique vision and ability to provoke thought and discussion. His writing style is engaging and thought-provoking, with a focus on blending scientific ideas with speculative fiction, making this collection a must-read for fans of the genre. The literary context of Wells' work can be seen as a precursor to modern science fiction, influencing generations of writers to come. H. G. Wells' background as a prolific writer and visionary thinker shines through in the intricate narratives and vivid worlds he creates in this collection. Inspired by the scientific advancements and social changes of his time, Wells uses his storytelling to explore the possibilities and dangers of progress, making him a key figure in the development of science fiction as a genre. I highly recommend "The Country of the Blind & Other Sci-Fi Tales" to readers who appreciate thought-provoking science fiction that challenges assumptions and explores the boundaries of human knowledge and imagination. Wells' timeless stories continue to inspire and captivate readers with their visionary ideas and compelling narratives.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 496
Book Description
H. G. Wells' "The Country of the Blind & Other Sci-Fi Tales - 33 Fantasy Stories in One Edition" showcases a collection of gripping science fiction tales that exemplify Wells' genius for storytelling and imaginative world-building. These stories explore themes of technology, society, and the future, showcasing Wells' unique vision and ability to provoke thought and discussion. His writing style is engaging and thought-provoking, with a focus on blending scientific ideas with speculative fiction, making this collection a must-read for fans of the genre. The literary context of Wells' work can be seen as a precursor to modern science fiction, influencing generations of writers to come. H. G. Wells' background as a prolific writer and visionary thinker shines through in the intricate narratives and vivid worlds he creates in this collection. Inspired by the scientific advancements and social changes of his time, Wells uses his storytelling to explore the possibilities and dangers of progress, making him a key figure in the development of science fiction as a genre. I highly recommend "The Country of the Blind & Other Sci-Fi Tales" to readers who appreciate thought-provoking science fiction that challenges assumptions and explores the boundaries of human knowledge and imagination. Wells' timeless stories continue to inspire and captivate readers with their visionary ideas and compelling narratives.
H. G. Wells: The Greatest Sci-Fi Collection - 15 Books in One Edition
Author: H. G. Wells
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2722
Book Description
H. G. Wells' 'The Greatest Sci-Fi Collection - 15 Books in One Edition' offers readers a comprehensive selection of Wells' groundbreaking science fiction works. From 'The War of the Worlds' to 'The Time Machine,' Wells' literary style seamlessly interweaves imaginative storytelling with thought-provoking scientific concepts. This anthology showcases Wells' ability to blend social commentary with futuristic narratives, making him a pioneer in the genre of science fiction. The rich literary context of each book gives readers a glimpse into the author's vision of the future and his keen insight into the human condition.H. G. Wells' background as a trained scientist and his deep interest in social issues greatly influenced his writing, leading him to explore topics such as evolution, time travel, and extraterrestrial life. His unique perspective on the intersection of science and society is evident throughout this collection, captivating readers with its timeless relevance.I highly recommend 'The Greatest Sci-Fi Collection' to any reader interested in the origins of science fiction and the enduring legacy of one of its most influential pioneers, H. G. Wells. This anthology is a must-read for those looking to explore the depths of imagination and intellect in literature.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2722
Book Description
H. G. Wells' 'The Greatest Sci-Fi Collection - 15 Books in One Edition' offers readers a comprehensive selection of Wells' groundbreaking science fiction works. From 'The War of the Worlds' to 'The Time Machine,' Wells' literary style seamlessly interweaves imaginative storytelling with thought-provoking scientific concepts. This anthology showcases Wells' ability to blend social commentary with futuristic narratives, making him a pioneer in the genre of science fiction. The rich literary context of each book gives readers a glimpse into the author's vision of the future and his keen insight into the human condition.H. G. Wells' background as a trained scientist and his deep interest in social issues greatly influenced his writing, leading him to explore topics such as evolution, time travel, and extraterrestrial life. His unique perspective on the intersection of science and society is evident throughout this collection, captivating readers with its timeless relevance.I highly recommend 'The Greatest Sci-Fi Collection' to any reader interested in the origins of science fiction and the enduring legacy of one of its most influential pioneers, H. G. Wells. This anthology is a must-read for those looking to explore the depths of imagination and intellect in literature.
The Greatest Science Fiction Novels & Stories by H. G. Wells
Author: H. G. Wells
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2722
Book Description
In 'The Greatest Science Fiction Novels & Stories by H. G. Wells', readers are transported to a world of futuristic fantasies, exploring themes of time travel, alien invasions, and technological advancements. H. G. Wells, a pioneer in the science fiction genre, seamlessly blends scientific theories with social commentary in his works, such as 'The War of the Worlds' and 'The Time Machine'. Wells' literary style is marked by vivid descriptions and thought-provoking concepts that continue to captivate readers today. His works are essential in understanding the evolution of science fiction and its impact on society. The collection showcases Wells' unparalleled imagination and foresight, making it a must-read for fans of the genre and anyone interested in speculative fiction. H. G. Wells' enduring legacy as a visionary writer is evident in the enduring popularity of his works, solidifying his place as a master of science fiction.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2722
Book Description
In 'The Greatest Science Fiction Novels & Stories by H. G. Wells', readers are transported to a world of futuristic fantasies, exploring themes of time travel, alien invasions, and technological advancements. H. G. Wells, a pioneer in the science fiction genre, seamlessly blends scientific theories with social commentary in his works, such as 'The War of the Worlds' and 'The Time Machine'. Wells' literary style is marked by vivid descriptions and thought-provoking concepts that continue to captivate readers today. His works are essential in understanding the evolution of science fiction and its impact on society. The collection showcases Wells' unparalleled imagination and foresight, making it a must-read for fans of the genre and anyone interested in speculative fiction. H. G. Wells' enduring legacy as a visionary writer is evident in the enduring popularity of his works, solidifying his place as a master of science fiction.
The Country of the Blind and Other Stories (The original 1911 edition of 33 fantasy and science fiction short stories)
Author: H. G. Wells
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 495
Book Description
H. G. Wells' 'The Country of the Blind and Other Stories' is a collection of 33 fantasy and science fiction short stories that captivate readers with their vivid imagination and thought-provoking themes. Wells seamlessly blends elements of speculative fiction with social commentary, creating a literary style that is both entertaining and intellectually stimulating. The stories range from tales of time travel and alien invasions to explorations of human nature and technological advancements, showcasing Wells' versatility as a writer and his ability to craft engaging narratives within the genre. The original 1911 edition remains a classic work of science fiction literature that continues to resonate with readers today. H. G. Wells, a prolific writer known for his groundbreaking contributions to the science fiction genre, drew inspiration from his deep interest in scientific advancements and societal issues. His works often reflect his concerns about the impact of technology on humanity and the potential consequences of unchecked progress. Wells' keen observations of human behavior and his visionary imagination have solidified his reputation as a master storyteller and a pioneer of speculative fiction. I highly recommend 'The Country of the Blind and Other Stories' to readers who enjoy thought-provoking science fiction, as well as those interested in exploring the intersections of science, society, and human nature. Wells' imaginative storytelling and insightful commentary make this collection a must-read for fans of the genre.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 495
Book Description
H. G. Wells' 'The Country of the Blind and Other Stories' is a collection of 33 fantasy and science fiction short stories that captivate readers with their vivid imagination and thought-provoking themes. Wells seamlessly blends elements of speculative fiction with social commentary, creating a literary style that is both entertaining and intellectually stimulating. The stories range from tales of time travel and alien invasions to explorations of human nature and technological advancements, showcasing Wells' versatility as a writer and his ability to craft engaging narratives within the genre. The original 1911 edition remains a classic work of science fiction literature that continues to resonate with readers today. H. G. Wells, a prolific writer known for his groundbreaking contributions to the science fiction genre, drew inspiration from his deep interest in scientific advancements and societal issues. His works often reflect his concerns about the impact of technology on humanity and the potential consequences of unchecked progress. Wells' keen observations of human behavior and his visionary imagination have solidified his reputation as a master storyteller and a pioneer of speculative fiction. I highly recommend 'The Country of the Blind and Other Stories' to readers who enjoy thought-provoking science fiction, as well as those interested in exploring the intersections of science, society, and human nature. Wells' imaginative storytelling and insightful commentary make this collection a must-read for fans of the genre.
The Thing in the Attic & Other Stories by James Blish
Author: James Blish
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 78
Book Description
James Blish's collection of short stories, 'The Thing in the Attic & Other Stories', showcases his talent for blending science fiction with vivid imagery and thought-provoking themes. Blish's writing style is characterized by its blend of technological speculation and human emotion, making each story a compelling exploration of the human condition in a rapidly advancing world. Set against the backdrop of the mid-20th century, Blish's work stands out for its foresight into future possibilities and its critical examination of society's trajectory. From alien encounters to moral dilemmas, each story in this collection offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of the future. The imaginative settings and expertly crafted narratives make these stories a treat for fans of vintage science fiction and anyone seeking a fresh perspective on the genre. Readers will be captivated by Blish's ability to weave complex ideas into engaging and accessible stories, making 'The Thing in the Attic & Other Stories' a must-read for lovers of science fiction and speculative fiction alike.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 78
Book Description
James Blish's collection of short stories, 'The Thing in the Attic & Other Stories', showcases his talent for blending science fiction with vivid imagery and thought-provoking themes. Blish's writing style is characterized by its blend of technological speculation and human emotion, making each story a compelling exploration of the human condition in a rapidly advancing world. Set against the backdrop of the mid-20th century, Blish's work stands out for its foresight into future possibilities and its critical examination of society's trajectory. From alien encounters to moral dilemmas, each story in this collection offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of the future. The imaginative settings and expertly crafted narratives make these stories a treat for fans of vintage science fiction and anyone seeking a fresh perspective on the genre. Readers will be captivated by Blish's ability to weave complex ideas into engaging and accessible stories, making 'The Thing in the Attic & Other Stories' a must-read for lovers of science fiction and speculative fiction alike.
The Country of the Blind & Other Sci-Fi Tales - 33 Fantasy Stories in One Edition
Author: H. G. Wells
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8027232023
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 485
Book Description
The Country of the Blind and Other Stories is a collection of thirty-three fantasy and science fiction short stories written by the English author H. G. Wells between 1894 and 1909. Contents: The Jilting of Jane The Cone The Stolen Bacillus The Flowering of the Strange Orchid In the Avu Observatory Aepyornis Island The Remarkable Case of Davidson's Eyes The Lord of the Dynamos The Moth The Treasure in the Forest The Story of the Late Mr. Elvesham Under the Knife The Sea Raiders The Obliterated Man The Plattner Story The Red Room The Purple Pileus A Slip Under the Microscope The Crystal Egg The Star The Man Who Could Work Miracles A Vision of Judgment Jimmy Goggles the God Miss Winchelsea's Heart A Dream of Armageddon The Valley of Spiders The New Accelerator The Truth About Pyecraft The Magic Shop The Empire of the Ants The Door in the Wall The Country of the Blind The Beautiful Suit H. G. Wells (1866–1946) was an English writer, now best known for his work in the science fiction genre. He was also a prolific writer in many other genres, including contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary, even writing textbooks and rules for war games. Wells is one person sometimes called "The Father of Science Fiction", as are Jules Verne and Hugo Gernsback. His most notable science fiction works include The War of the Worlds, The Time Machine, The Invisible Man and The Island of Doctor Moreau.
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8027232023
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 485
Book Description
The Country of the Blind and Other Stories is a collection of thirty-three fantasy and science fiction short stories written by the English author H. G. Wells between 1894 and 1909. Contents: The Jilting of Jane The Cone The Stolen Bacillus The Flowering of the Strange Orchid In the Avu Observatory Aepyornis Island The Remarkable Case of Davidson's Eyes The Lord of the Dynamos The Moth The Treasure in the Forest The Story of the Late Mr. Elvesham Under the Knife The Sea Raiders The Obliterated Man The Plattner Story The Red Room The Purple Pileus A Slip Under the Microscope The Crystal Egg The Star The Man Who Could Work Miracles A Vision of Judgment Jimmy Goggles the God Miss Winchelsea's Heart A Dream of Armageddon The Valley of Spiders The New Accelerator The Truth About Pyecraft The Magic Shop The Empire of the Ants The Door in the Wall The Country of the Blind The Beautiful Suit H. G. Wells (1866–1946) was an English writer, now best known for his work in the science fiction genre. He was also a prolific writer in many other genres, including contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary, even writing textbooks and rules for war games. Wells is one person sometimes called "The Father of Science Fiction", as are Jules Verne and Hugo Gernsback. His most notable science fiction works include The War of the Worlds, The Time Machine, The Invisible Man and The Island of Doctor Moreau.
Classic Tales of Science Fiction & Fantasy
Author: Jules Verne
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1626868190
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1483
Book Description
Blast off into the unknown with this collection of ten classical works of science fiction and fantasy. Long before we ventured into outer space or explored the most remote regions of the planet, writers have spun stories of what might lie in those unknown worlds, or what awaits humanity in the future. Classic Tales of Science Fiction & Fantasy is a collection of ten novels and short stories that blazed the trail for the popular genre. Works by acclaimed authors such as Jules Verne, H. G. Wells, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Jack London, and H. P. Lovecraft will transport the reader to distant places and times—and set the imagination ablaze!
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1626868190
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1483
Book Description
Blast off into the unknown with this collection of ten classical works of science fiction and fantasy. Long before we ventured into outer space or explored the most remote regions of the planet, writers have spun stories of what might lie in those unknown worlds, or what awaits humanity in the future. Classic Tales of Science Fiction & Fantasy is a collection of ten novels and short stories that blazed the trail for the popular genre. Works by acclaimed authors such as Jules Verne, H. G. Wells, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Jack London, and H. P. Lovecraft will transport the reader to distant places and times—and set the imagination ablaze!
Legacy of Ash
Author: Matthew Ward
Publisher: Orbit
ISBN: 0316457892
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 804
Book Description
Legacy of Ash is an unmissable fantasy debut--an epic tale of intrigue and revolution, soldiers and assassins, ancient magic and the eternal clash of empires. A shadow has fallen over the Tressian Republic. Ruling families -- once protectors of justice and democracy -- now plot against one another with sharp words and sharper knives. Blinded by ambition, they remain heedless of the threat posed by the invading armies of the Hadari Empire. Yet as Tressia falls, heroes rise. Viktor Akadra is the Republic's champion. A warrior without equal, he hides a secret that would see him burned as a heretic. Josiri Trelan is Viktor's sworn enemy. A political prisoner, he dreams of reigniting his mother's failed rebellion. And yet Calenne Trelan, Josiri's sister, seeks only to break free of their tarnished legacy; to escape the expectation and prejudice that haunts the family name. As war spreads across the Republic, these three must set aside their differences in order to save their home. Yet decades of bad blood are not easily set aside. And victory -- if it comes at all -- will demand a darker price than any of them could have imagined.
Publisher: Orbit
ISBN: 0316457892
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 804
Book Description
Legacy of Ash is an unmissable fantasy debut--an epic tale of intrigue and revolution, soldiers and assassins, ancient magic and the eternal clash of empires. A shadow has fallen over the Tressian Republic. Ruling families -- once protectors of justice and democracy -- now plot against one another with sharp words and sharper knives. Blinded by ambition, they remain heedless of the threat posed by the invading armies of the Hadari Empire. Yet as Tressia falls, heroes rise. Viktor Akadra is the Republic's champion. A warrior without equal, he hides a secret that would see him burned as a heretic. Josiri Trelan is Viktor's sworn enemy. A political prisoner, he dreams of reigniting his mother's failed rebellion. And yet Calenne Trelan, Josiri's sister, seeks only to break free of their tarnished legacy; to escape the expectation and prejudice that haunts the family name. As war spreads across the Republic, these three must set aside their differences in order to save their home. Yet decades of bad blood are not easily set aside. And victory -- if it comes at all -- will demand a darker price than any of them could have imagined.
The Day of the Triffids
Author: John Wyndham
Publisher: Modern Library
ISBN: 0593450094
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
The influential masterpiece of one of the twentieth century’s most brilliant—and neglected—science fiction and horror writers, whom Stephen King called “the best writer of science fiction that England has ever produced.” “[Wyndham] avoids easy allegories and instead questions the relative values of the civilisation that has been lost, the literally blind terror of humanity in the face of dominant nature. . . . Frightening and powerful, Wyndham’s vision remains an important allegory and a gripping story.”—The Guardian What if a meteor shower left most of the world blind—and humanity at the mercy of mysterious carnivorous plants? Bill Masen undergoes eye surgery and awakes the next morning in his hospital bed to find civilization collapsing. Wandering the city, he quickly realizes that surviving in this strange new world requires evading strangers and the seven-foot-tall plants known as triffids—plants that can walk and can kill a man with one quick lash of their poisonous stingers.
Publisher: Modern Library
ISBN: 0593450094
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
The influential masterpiece of one of the twentieth century’s most brilliant—and neglected—science fiction and horror writers, whom Stephen King called “the best writer of science fiction that England has ever produced.” “[Wyndham] avoids easy allegories and instead questions the relative values of the civilisation that has been lost, the literally blind terror of humanity in the face of dominant nature. . . . Frightening and powerful, Wyndham’s vision remains an important allegory and a gripping story.”—The Guardian What if a meteor shower left most of the world blind—and humanity at the mercy of mysterious carnivorous plants? Bill Masen undergoes eye surgery and awakes the next morning in his hospital bed to find civilization collapsing. Wandering the city, he quickly realizes that surviving in this strange new world requires evading strangers and the seven-foot-tall plants known as triffids—plants that can walk and can kill a man with one quick lash of their poisonous stingers.
Cronix
Author: James Hider
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781680680010
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 495
Book Description
Recreational suicide bombings and revelers in fancy dress throwing themselves from the top of the Empire State Building: when scientists break the final frontier of Death and find a way for the soul to live forever, humanity leaves Earth with a bang, bound for a man-made paradise. On the Orbiters, supercomputers riding beyond the edge of Earth's atmosphere, these Eternals live out their wildest dreams or build fantastic idylls, free at last from the tyranny of Evolution.Back on Earth, however, the man known to history simply as the Missing Link is hiding out in the woods. Luis Oriente was the product of a brutal but successful experiment to capture a human mind and synthesize it into ultra-human form. Not quite mortal, and fearful of heaven, Oriente has spent centuries fleeing his past, living a quiet life in the woods, far from prying eyes.But when a giant wolf disrupts the rhythm of the forest to deliver a cryptic message, Oriente is dragged back into the turbulent currents of the history he has tried so hard to forget. Something is rotten in paradise, and Evolution is not quite done with humanity yet.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781680680010
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 495
Book Description
Recreational suicide bombings and revelers in fancy dress throwing themselves from the top of the Empire State Building: when scientists break the final frontier of Death and find a way for the soul to live forever, humanity leaves Earth with a bang, bound for a man-made paradise. On the Orbiters, supercomputers riding beyond the edge of Earth's atmosphere, these Eternals live out their wildest dreams or build fantastic idylls, free at last from the tyranny of Evolution.Back on Earth, however, the man known to history simply as the Missing Link is hiding out in the woods. Luis Oriente was the product of a brutal but successful experiment to capture a human mind and synthesize it into ultra-human form. Not quite mortal, and fearful of heaven, Oriente has spent centuries fleeing his past, living a quiet life in the woods, far from prying eyes.But when a giant wolf disrupts the rhythm of the forest to deliver a cryptic message, Oriente is dragged back into the turbulent currents of the history he has tried so hard to forget. Something is rotten in paradise, and Evolution is not quite done with humanity yet.