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The Invisible Man

By H. G. Wells
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The Invisible Man by H. G. Wells follows the story of a scientist named Griffin who discovers the secret to invisibility. As Griffin grapples with the consequences of his experiments, he becomes increasingly isolated and alienated from society, exploring themes of identity, power, and the human psyche. Set in a small English village, the novel captures Griffin's descent into madness and his struggle to regain control over his life.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by tales of science gone awry and the philosophical exploration of invisibility's impact on morality. It offers a gripping blend of adventure, suspense, and thought-provoking themes, perfect for fans of classic science fiction narratives that challenge the boundaries of human understanding.

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The Invisible Man

With his face swaddled in bandages, his eyes hidden behind dark glasses and his hands covered even indoors, Griffin the new guest at The Coach and Horses is at first assumed to be a shy accident-victim.

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With his face swaddled in bandages, his eyes hidden behind dark glasses, and his hands covered even indoors, Griffin, the new guest at The Coach and Horses, is at first assumed to be a shy accident victim. But the true reason for his disguise is far more chilling: he has developed a process that has made him invisible and is locked in a struggle to discover the antidote.

Forced from the village and driven to murder, he seeks the aid of an old friend, Kemp. The horror of his fate has affected his mind, however, and when Kemp refuses to help, he resolves to wreak his revenge.

The Invisible Man by H. G. Wells unveils a gripping tale of a man’s descent into madness brought on by his own scientific hubris.

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The Invisible Man by H. G. Wells is often praised for its suspenseful narrative and intricate exploration of the themes of power and isolation. Upton Sinclair lauds Wells as one of the greatest English authors, highlighting his ability to weave compelling and thought-provoking stories. Wells' storytelling and imagination continue to captivate readers, cementing his reputation in the literary world.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141439983

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 March 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Christopher Priest
  • Notes by Andy Sawyer

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 158g

Pages: 208

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Fiction General Fiction H.G. Wells Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Sci-Fi & Fantasy Science Fiction

About the Author

H.G. Wells was a professional writer and journalist, who published more than a hundred books, including novels, histories, essays and programmes for world regeneration. Wells's prophetic imagination was first displayed in pioneering works of science fiction, but later he became an apostle of socialism, science and progress. His controversial views on sexual equality and the shape of a truly developed nation remain directly relevant to our world today. He was, in Bertrand Russell's words, 'an important liberator of thought and action'. Christopher Priest has won many awards for his writing, including the James Tait Black Memorial Prize for Fiction, the World Fantasy Award and the Arthur C. Clarke Award. His works include a hommage to Wells in The Space Machine. Patrick Parrinder has written on H.G. Wells, science fiction, James Joyce and the history of the English novel. Since 1986 he has been Professor of English at the University of Reading.

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