The Door in the Wall, and Other Stories (eBook)
104 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654732924-4 (EAN)
H. G. Wells, born Herbert George Wells on September 21, 1866, in Kent, England, was a prolific writer whose works traversed a variety of genres, but is best known for his contributions to the science fiction literary tradition. Educated in the sciences at the Normal School of Science, Wells was profoundly influenced by his professor, T.H. Huxley, which is reflected in the speculative and often prophetic nature of his writing. His career as an author was bolstered by immediate successes such as 'The Time Machine' (1895) and 'The War of the Worlds' (1898) which cement his reputation as a father of science fiction. In 'The Door in the Wall, and Other Stories' (1911), Wells explores themes of escapism, the supernatural, and the tension between the known and unknown, employing a literary style that balances fantastical elements with a keen observational eye on human behavior and society. His work is characterized by vivid imagination coupled with an incisive critique of contemporary issues, a duality that allows his stories to resonate with both wonder and intellectual rigor. Wells was also an ardent advocate for social reform, and this is evident in his written works where utopian ideals often clash with the harsh realities of the world. He passed away on August 13, 1946, but his vast oeuvre continues to influence literature, film, and television, ensuring his legacy as a central figure in the annals of science fiction.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 16.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | 19th century authors • classic science fiction • early science fiction writers • English • English literature • fantasy and supernatural tales • Fantasy Fiction • H. G. Wells short stories • human desires • literary artistry • literary fiction collections • Master storyteller • power of stories • Profound Truths • Science Fiction • science fiction pioneer • Short Stories • Social commentary • Speculative Fiction • speculative fiction classics • The Door in the Wall analysis • Thought-provoking narratives • Timeless quest • victorian era fiction |
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