H. G. Wells's The War of the Worlds, the first story to speculate about the consequences of aliens (from Mars) with superior technology landing on earth, is one of the most influential science fiction books ever written. The novel is both a thrilling narrative and an elaboration of Wells's socio-political thought on the subjects of imperialism, humankind's treatment of other animals, and unquestioning faith in military technology and the continuation of the human species.
This edition's appendices include other related writings by Wells; selected correspondence; contemporary reviews; excerpts from works that influenced the novel and from contemporary invasion narratives; and photographs of examples of Victorian military technology.
https://www.amazon.com/War-Worlds...0F5I&psc=1
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But thank you for posting anyway there are people that don't have it that are new here
Catchy song.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16aa5Nt
I got this when it was free the last time. Now the Audible edition is $0.49 (for anyone; I don't have an Audible membership).
I got this when it was free the last time. Now the Audible edition is $0.49 (for anyone; I don't have an Audible membership).
And how do you get it at that price?
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Interesting, mine shows $7.00 for audible narration on the product page on desktop and mobile. I guess that's ymmv
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https://www.amazon.com/Complete-N...author_mpb
In all seriousness - it's a classic but not a favorite of mine. Absolutely worth a read and it's hard to argue with free. Was surprised that I didn't enjoy it more though.