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H. G. Wells

H.G. Wells (1866–1946), born Herbert George Wells, was an English author known for not only his popular science fiction books but also works of social commentary, history and biography. His first novel, The Time Machine, was published in 1895. Socially progressive and visionary in intellect, H.G. Wells became one of the most prolific writers of his generation. Through books like The Invisible Man, The Island of Doctor Moreau, and War of the Worlds, Wells delved into a plethora of social, philosophical and political ideas through the medium of what we now call science fiction.

H. G. Wells

Discover all the books by H. G Wells including his science fiction masterpieces, dystopian novels, works of social commentary and more at Barnes & Noble. From his pioneering time travel novel, The Time Machine, a story about an unnamed time traveler that invents a time machine and travels to a distant future, to The War of the Words, a classic science fiction novel depicting an alien invasion on Earth, H. G. Wells' books often allude to our biggest dreams and trepidations. Other books that H. G Wells is known for include The Invisible Man, a novel about a scientist who makes himself invisible, and The Island of Doctor Moreau, a very thought-provoking book that explores ethics of scientific experimentation on animals.

Who is H. G Wells?


H. G. Wells, also known as Herbert George Wells, was a famous English author that wrote more than 50 novels as well as many other types of books.

What is H. G Wells best known for?

H. G Wells is best known for his groundbreaking contributions to science fiction writing; his innovative ideas continue to influence modern science fiction writers.

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