The War of the Worlds

The most famous example of invasion literature, first published in 1898, has inspired countless science fiction stories and novels.

After a dramatic series of shooting stars are seen tearing across the night sky, a gigantic cylinder descends from Mars and lands near London. Inquisitive locals gather round only to be struck down by a murderous heat-ray. Giant destructive machines climb out the crater formed by the cylinder destroying everything in their path on a merciless march towards London. Can humanity survive this onslaught? A gripping adventure written in semi-documentary style filled with scenes of flight, despair, and panic, this is also a very human story about pride, fear, and the promise of recovery.

Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features a new introduction by author James Blaylock.

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Contributors: H. G. Wells (Author), James P Blaylock (Introduction by)

Type: Hardcover

Pages: 224

Dim: 3.8" x 6.0" x 0.7"

Item Number: 9781909621541