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The War of the Worlds
EAN : 9791041807000
Édition papier
EAN : 9791041807000
Paru le : 25 mai 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041807000
- Réf. fournisseur : 291549
- Date Parution : 25 mai 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 224
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:12 mm
- Poids : 296gr
- Résumé : "The War of the Worlds" by H. G. Wells is a seminal work of science fiction that explores the catastrophic invasion of Earth by Martians. Set in the late 19th century, the novel begins with the arrival of mysterious cylinders from Mars, which land in the English countryside. The story unfolds through the eyes of an unnamed narrator who witnesses the unfolding chaos as the Martians emerge from their cylinders, revealing themselves as technologically advanced beings with a singular goal: the conquest of Earth. The Martians deploy devastating heat-rays and other advanced weaponry, causing widespread panic and destruction. As the Martians advance, the narrator describes the collapse of human society, the futile attempts of the military to resist, and the mass exodus of people fleeing the invasion. The narrative delves into themes of human vulnerability, the limits of human understanding, and the potential for extraterrestrial life to challenge humanity's dominance. The novel concludes with the unexpected demise of the Martians, who succumb to Earth's bacteria, highlighting the unforeseen power of nature. Wells' work remains a powerful commentary on imperialism, technological hubris, and the fragility of human civilization.
- Biographie : Herbert George Wells (21 September 1866 - 13 August 1946) was an English writer. Prolific in many genres, he wrote dozens of novels, short stories, and works of social commentary, history, satire, biography and autobiography. His work also included two books on recreational war games.
