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This collection brings together H. G. Wells' first novel with a selection of his most fantastic stories. Including classics such as 'The Country of the Blind' and 'The Door in the Wall', this unmissable assortment of one of Britain's most talented writers is sure to fascinate and entertain. It contains stories ranging from the optimism of magnificent discoveries in 'The Time Machine' to the pessimism of the dangers science presents in 'The Stolen Bacillus'. The stories are as powerful and meaningful today as when they were first published more than a century ago.

H.G. Wells was a pioneer of the science fiction genre and a man of boundless imagination. Whether describing marvellous new technologies, the vagaries of space flight or the risks of scientific development, his writings have continually captivated audiences across the globe.

A terrifying leap into the fourth dimension... or an elaborate, impossible lie? With a blinding flash and a deafening report, quiet schoolmaster Gottfried Plattner is erased from existence. Nine days later, he violently materializes out of thin air - dishevelled, bloodied, and bearing a...

Edward Prendick thinks he's been saved when he is found adrift after shipwreck. But he soon finds himself exposed to fresh horrors as his journey takes him to the Island of Dr Moreau! Shunned by society, Moreau and his assistant Montgomery perform acts of cruel surgery on animals and populate...

In The War in the Air, visionary author H. G. Wells delivers a chilling and prophetic tale of a world transformed by aerial warfare long before it became reality. Through the journey of an ordinary man swept into extraordinary chaos, the story unveils a future where flying machines rule the skies, nations crumble, and civilization teeters on the brink of collapse. This audiobook offers an immersive, cinematic experience—blending tension, wonder, and dread—as technological progress reveals its most dangerous consequences.

When Martians invade England, chaos erupts, and humanity's survival hangs in the balance. H.G. Wells' classic, 'The War of the Worlds,' takes listeners on a gripping journey through the fear and uncertainty of an extraterrestrial attack. As the relentless Martian machines wreak havoc, one man's struggle to survive reveals the fragility of civilization. This timeless tale explores themes of imperialism, human resilience, and the unknown. Experience the tension as the invaders unleash their advanced technology, forcing society to confront its vulnerabilities. Will humanity unite against a common...

What if London’s heaviest man weighed absolutely nothing? In this brilliantly bizarre, darkly comedic tale by H.G. Wells, an annoyed gentleman named Formalyn is relentlessly badgered by Pyecraft - the most monstrously obese, insufferable clubman in London. Desperate to escape his massive size...

After a devastating shipwreck, Edward Prendick finds himself stranded on a mysterious island governed by the eccentric and morally ambiguous Dr. Moreau. Here, Prendick confronts a chilling reality—human-animal hybrids roam the land, the products of Moreau's twisted experiments in the name of science. As he navigates this strange and unsettling world, Prendick grapples with profound ethical dilemmas: What does it mean to be human? Where do we draw the line between scientific exploration and moral responsibility? With every unsettling encounter, the island reveals its dark secrets, forcing ...

The War of the Worlds: In the late 19th century, humanity lived complacently, unaware that cold, superior intelligences were watching them from Mars. Soon, massive metallic cylinders crash into England, unleashing a relentless invasion. Armed with giant tripods, devastating Heat-Rays, and suffocating Black Smoke, the invaders quickly crush human resistance. Amidst the chaos, one man embarks on a harrowing journey through a ruined London to reunite with his wife. Just when human extinction seems imminent, the Martians succumb to the most unexpected ally: Earth's bacteria.

An ancient city. A perfect stranger. A single word that ruins everything. For the deeply refined Miss Winchelsea, a dream voyage to Rome is supposed to be an escape into art and poetry. Instead, amidst the sun-drenched, cypress-shadowed ruins of the Colosseum, she falls under the spell of a...

Reise 50.000 Jahre zurück in die Vergangenheit, als Europa noch eine ungezähmte Wildnis war! Mit „Ugh-lomi und Uya" (dem ersten Teil seiner „Geschichten aus der Steinzeit") beweist der legendäre Visionär H. G. Wells (Die Zeitmaschine, Der Krieg der Welten), dass er auch Meister des Urzeit-Thrillers war. Im Zentrum steht das Schicksal von Ugh-lomi und dem Mädchen Eudena.

A new star has appeared in the night sky. And it’s getting closer. From the legendary father of science fiction, H.G. Wells, comes a chillingly prophetic tale of cosmic indifference and planetary survival. When a rogue celestial body enters the solar system, humanity watches in fascination as...

Delve into the thought-provoking realms of perception and reality with "Country of the Blind, and Other Stories." This podcast invites you to explore a rotating collection of audiobooks that examine the boundaries of human experience, societal norms, and the nature of understanding. Drawing inspiration from H.G. Wells' exploration of blindness—both literal and metaphorical—each episode presents a new complete audiobook that challenges the listener to reconsider their perspectives on sight, insight, and the unseen forces that shape our lives. This is not a single story but a series of ...

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Journey through the cosmos and explore the depths of time with H. G. Wells in this collection of five captivating short stories. Each tale presents a unique blend of imagination and insight, showcasing Wells' visionary perspective on technology, society, and the human condition. From encounters with alien civilizations to thought-provoking time travel, these narratives challenge our understanding of reality and our place in the universe. Each story invites listeners to ponder the possibilities of the future and the consequences of our actions. Perfect for fans of science fiction and anyone ...

Poucos escritores moldaram tanto a imaginação moderna quanto H. G. Wells. Considerado um dos pais da ficção científica, Wells foi muito mais do que um autor de histórias fantásticas: foi um visionário que antecipou debates sobre ciência, sociedade, política e o destino da humanidade. Em "A Porta no Muro e Outros Contos", o leitor tem acesso a uma faceta menos comentada, porém igualmente poderosa, de sua obra: narrativas curtas que mergulham no psicológico, no simbólico e no existencial.

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Mr. Bessel, a respectable London businessman with a passion for psychic research, resolves to prove that the human spirit can leave its body at will. One November evening, he succeeds — projecting his consciousness out of his flesh to appear before a...

What happens when the role you critique begins to play you? Egbert Craddock Cummins was an unassuming man with simple tastes, but a sudden assignment as a theater critic plunges his impressionable mind into a waking nightmare. Night after night, exposed to the wild gestures and melodramatic...

What if a deadly poison was the only cure for a broken life? Mr. Coombes is a henpecked shopkeeper pushed to the absolute brink of despair by his ungrateful wife. Fleeing into the damp pine woods, he contemplates a dark, watery end to his miserable existence - until a strange, eerie object...

In The Discovery of the Future, a captivating philosophical lecture delivered by H. G. Wells at the Royal Institution on January 24, 1902, the renowned author invites listeners to ponder the knowability of the future. Wells contrasts two mindsets one that is anchored in the past—legalistic, submissive, and passive—and another that boldly embraces the future—creative, masterful, and active. Aligning himself with the belief that external forces shape human destiny rather than individual actions alone, Wells urges us to seek profound insights into what lies ahead for humanity. He grapples ...