HG Wells
H. G. Wells, born in 1866, was an English writer best known for his pioneering contributions to science fiction. Often referred to as the "father of science fiction," Wells explored themes of time travel, alien encounters, and social commentary in his works. His imagination and keen insights into the human condition have left a lasting impact on literature, with classics like "The Time Machine," "The War of the Worlds," and "The Invisible Man" continuing to captivate readers for over a century. Beyond fiction, Wells was also a social critic and historian, reflecting his deep engagement with the world around him.
Wells' ability to blend imaginative storytelling with thought-provoking ideas makes his work a delightful journey for any reader. Whether you're drawn to thrilling adventures or philosophical musings, there's something in his writing for everyone. We invite you to dive into H. G. Wells' fascinating universe through our app and discover the profound insights and captivating tales that have enchanted audiences across generations.
The Stolen Bacillus and other stories
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H. G. Wells
A collection of 15 humorous short stories by the original master of speculative fiction: H. G. Wells. This was the first collection of short…
The Food of the Gods, and How It Came to Earth (version 2)
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H. G. Wells
Mr. Bensington and Professor Redwood have invented a substance that causes living things to grow - and grow - and grow! As their experiment…
The War of the Worlds (Version 5)
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H. G. Wells
An original masterpiece of alien invasion, The War of the Worlds (1898) conjures a terrifying race of Martians who devastate the Earth and f…
The Time Machine (version 5)
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H. G. Wells
Our dystopian future is revealed by H.G.Wells. In this famous story, an unnamed scientist of the 1800s invents a machine to travel through …
The Wit and Humor of America, Vol 01
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H. G. Wells
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the first volume, 53 short stories and poems have been gathered from 44 authors…
The Time Machine
H. G. Wells
Experience the classic tale of time travel with this captivating production of H.G. Wells' "The Time Machine". This adaptation bri…
The Invisible Man (Version 3)
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H. G. Wells
A mysterious, bandaged stranger arrives in the small English village of Iping - and chaos follows close behind. H.G. Wells' classic story of…
Certain Personal Matters
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H. G. Wells
Although best known for his works of science fiction, social commentary and history, H.G. Wells here gives us humorous and light-hearted pi…
Men Like Gods
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H. G. Wells
In the summer of 1921, a disenchanted journalist escapes the rat race for a drive in the country. But Mr. Barnstaple's trip exceeds his expe…
Le Royaume des fourmis
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H. G. Wells
La liste des œuvres de H.G. Wells est considérable.Le Royaume des fourmis est une nouvelle qui provoque l’horreur : l’invasion par le…
The Wit and Humor of America, Vol 03
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H. G. Wells
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the third volume, 45 short stories and poems have been gathered from 33 authors…
A Dozen Short Stories from H. G. Wells
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H. G. Wells
Twelve of H. G. Wells' early short stories (1894-1925) originally printed in various magazines and papers. His earlier works delve into the …
The Country of the Blind, and Other Stories
Read by Peter Yearsley
H. G. Wells
A collection of Wells' short stories, with a short introductory essay by the author- "Essentially it is a miscellany of inventions, man…
The Wit and Humor of America, Vol 02
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Variousandmarshall Pinckney Wilder, H. G. Wells and Various And Marshall Pinckney Wilder
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the second volume, 44 short stories and poems have been gathered from 31 author…
War Of The Worlds 1938 Radio Broadcast with Orson Welles
H. G. Wells, Mercury Theatre and Orson Welles
In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of this iconic radio broadcast, we present the 1938 adaptation of The War of the Worlds, directed a…
The Island of Doctor Moreau (Version 4)
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H. G. Wells
The Island of Doctor Moreau by H. G. Wells follows shipwreck victim, Edward Prendick, as he explores a strange island his rescuer, Montgomer…
The Time Machine (Version 7)
Read by Cliff Stone
H. G. Wells
The story follows a Victorian scientist, who claims that he has invented a device that enables him to travel through time, and has visited t…
The War of The Wolds-TuckerMike-miX
H. G. Wells
This is a remix of the iconic broadcast of H.G. Wells's "The War of the Worlds" by Orson Welles, originally aired on October 30, 1…
The War Of The Worlds H G Wells
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The Mercury Theatre on the Air and H. G. Wells
The War of the Worlds is an iconic episode of the American radio drama anthology series The Mercury Theatre on the Air. This Halloween episo…