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As the nineteenth century drew to a close, few could have imagined that Earth was under the watchful gaze of beings from distant worlds. With an air of unshakeable confidence, humanity continued its daily routines, blissfully unaware of the greater forces at play. Just as we observe the tiny organisms beneath a microscope, those extraterrestrial eyes were quietly plotting, driven by envy and a lack of sympathy. The idea of life beyond our planet was merely a fantasy, and the threat it posed was unimaginable. Yet, unbeknownst to us, their plans were already unfolding. (Cori Samuel, adapted from...

Join the hilarious adventure of Bealby, a spirited thirteen-year-old boy who decides to take matters into his own hands. Fed up with his mundane role as a stewards-room boy at the grand estate of Shonts—where his stepfather, Mr. Darling, works as a gardener—Bealby makes a daring escape. His antics disrupt a lavish weekend gathering hosted by a nouveau riche couple and attended by none other than the Lord Chancellor. Get ready for a delightful romp filled with humor and mischief! - Summary by Wikipedia

Dive into a captivating collection of five short science fiction stories that transport you across the cosmos and through the ages. Each tale, beautifully summarized by Richard Kilmer, invites you to explore the wonders and mysteries of the universe.

Step into the world of The Time Machine, a groundbreaking science fiction novella by H. G. Wells, first published in 1895. This captivating story has not only inspired two feature films and multiple television adaptations, but it has also sparked countless comic book interpretations and influenced a myriad of creative works across various media. With its thought-provoking narrative, this 32,000-word tale popularized the concept of time travel, introducing the iconic time machine - a term that Wells himself coined and that has become a staple in science fiction. (Introduction by Wikipedia)

Wells weaves a story of scientific excess into a high-speed thriller. Montgomery, a brilliant but twisted biologist, is delivering exotic animals to his private island when he rescues a shipwrecked man. An act of compassion, or another addition to his collection?

Full-cast dramatisations of six seminal sci-fi novels that have shaped the genre Thrilling and thought-provoking, shocking and satirical; science fiction has long captivated us with its surprising scenarios and subversion of the familiar. Included here are six classics from the past 250 years...

In one of H. G. Wells' most celebrated works, the shipwrecked Edward Prendick finds himself alone on an island with the mad scientist Doctor Moreau. When he hears strange cries echoing through the forest, he discovers that the island is inhabited by bizarre human-hybrid creatures. Prendick must escape the island before he becomes the scientist's next victim Raising questions about morality, the hubris of science, and what it means to be human, The Island of Doctor Moreau has fascinated readers for generations.

HG Wells' perennially popular, and never out-of-print, 1898 science fiction novel, depicting a sudden invasion of the English heartland by highly intelligent and coldly malevolent creatures from Mars, and the rout of human resistance before the invaders' superior technology. The novel has been many times adapted for other media, including Hollywood movies, and the legendary 1938 radio presentation by Orson Welles.

In this whimsical tale, an other-worldly creature descends upon a quaint English village, where H. G. Wells cleverly employs humor and satire to highlight the quirks and flaws of Victorian society. As ‘angel’ and humans encounter one another, both sides grapple with a shared sense of bewilderment and misunderstanding. (summary by Mary Bard)

Join us on an enchanting journey with The Wheels of Chance - A Bicycling Idyll, where a humble drapers assistant, after acquiring an old bicycle, embarks on a transformative two-week tour through the picturesque countryside. Little does he know, this adventure will change his life forever. (Summary by annise)

Published in 1895, H.G. Wellss Select Conversations with an Uncle marks his debut in literary form. This engaging collection features twelve witty dialogues with a fictional uncle, who returns to London from South Africa with a touch of affluence. Additionally, it includes two intriguing discussions—one on aestheticism during a train ride, titled A Misunderstood Artist, and another exploring physiognomy, called The Man with a Nose. Dive into this captivating blend of humor and insight that showcases Wellss early literary prowess.

In The Wonderful Visit, H. G. Wells blends gentle comedy, quiet wonder, and sharp social insight in this whimsical tale of the extraordinary disrupting the everyday. When a vicar mistakes a celestial visitor for a rare bird and wounds him, he soon discovers the “strange bird” is, in fact, an angel—bewildered, radiant, and suddenly subject to the odd rules of human life.

Der wohlhabende Erfinder Monson hat alles riskiert, um eine revolutionäre Flugmaschine zu bauen. Jahrelang wird er verspottet, sein Projekt als „Monson's Folly" verhöhnt. Doch eines Tages wagt er den entscheidenden Schritt – und hebt tatsächlich ab. In Die Argonauten der Lüfte schildert H. G. Wells mit visionärer Kraft den Triumph und die Tragödie des technischen Fortschritts. Ein Stück literarischer Früh-Science-Fiction, das den Geist von Erfindung, Risiko und Opferbereitschaft einfängt – gelesen von Benjamin Werner.

When the proud entomologist Hapley destroys the reputation of his longtime nemesis, Professor Pawkins, the victory proves fatal — Pawkins dies shortly after the public humiliation. But Hapley’s triumph curdles into torment when a strange moth begins to appear in his study… a moth no one else can see. Is it the ghost of his rival returned for revenge, or the unraveling of a fevered mind?

Britain triumphed in the Moon Race long before Neil Armstrong took his legendary giant leap for mankind. This thrilling tale follows two daring adventurers from Lympne, England, who ventured to the Moon using an extraordinary antigravity coating instead of a rocket. Narrated by Mr. Bedford, the story unfolds as he befriends the eccentric inventor Mr. Cavor, becomes a believer in his groundbreaking research, and assists in building a remarkable sphere for space travel. Their expedition leads them to astonishing discoveries‚Aîair, water, and a labyrinth of caverns inhabited by an advanced ...

In the quaint British town of Clayton, young William, affectionately known as Willie, grapples with his passion for socialism and his desire to shift power from the elite to the working class. As tensions rise with Germany, Willie finds himself in a tumultuous love affair with Nettie, who ultimately elopes with a wealthy suitor. Consumed by heartbreak and jealousy, Willie plots revenge, but as he prepares to confront the lovers, the sky darkens with the ominous presence of a comet, casting a green glow over the landscape. Just as chaos erupts with battleships bombarding the coast, Willie is ...

In a quest for scientific advancement, two meticulous English scientists concoct a remarkable substance known as Herakleophorbia. Its fourth iteration, Herakleophorbia IV, possesses an astonishing ability the power to dramatically enlarge living beings. As the scientists embark on experiments with chicks, their groundbreaking discovery is soon misappropriated by some careless country folk. Chaos ensues as Herakleophorbia IV spreads across England and beyond, giving rise to colossal plants and animals that threaten both the land and its inhabitants. The revelation of giant babies introduces ...

La guerra de los mundos narra por primera vez en la historia de la literatura un tema que será recurrente desde entonces y originará todo un subgénero dentro de la ciencia ficción: la invasión de la Tierra por extraterrestres procedentes de Marte. A través de esta fábula en la que ocupan un lugar central las descripciones científicas, las premoniciones sobre el futuro de la tecnología y los entresijos de la política, H. G. Wells nos habla sobre la vanidad y la seguridad ficticia de una humanidad autosatisfecha, y los peligros que acechan su supervivencia.

En esta fantasía de 1897, H. G. Wells advierte sobre los peligros de la ciencia mal utilizada y critica ferozmente las ambiciones de sus contemporáneos. La trama se centra en las investigaciones de un brillante científico que descubre la forma de hacerse invisible. Sin embargo, incapaz de revertir sus experimentos y trastornado por los sufrimientos que le causan, decide utilizar la invisibilidad para sembrar el mal, sin detenerse siquiera ante el asesinato.

Die Gruselkabinett Box 37 beinhaltet die Hörspiele Das unheimliche Puppenhaus, Der rote Raum, Die Höllenfahrt des Schörgen-Toni, Im Labyrinth der großen Pyramide.