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The Time Machine

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In The Time Machine by H G Wells, a Victorian scientist creates a machine that allows him to travel through time. As he ventures far into the future, he discovers a world inhabited by two distinct races, leading him to revelations about human nature and evolution. This classic tale presents a fascinating exploration of time and societal change.
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You might enjoy this classic adventure if you're fascinated by time travel, intriguing explorations of futuristic societies, and the imaginative possibilities that lie ahead. Perfect for readers who appreciate thought-provoking narratives filled with wonder and curiosity about the future.

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One of Wells's classics--a pioneering story in the science fiction genre--is available as a Scholastic Classics, with a new Introduction.

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One of the most thrilling science-fiction adventures of all time, now with an introduction by Melvin Burgess.

The Time Traveller has ridden his machine hundreds of years into the future. Buildings, cities, and civilisations rise and fall before his eyes. He is welcomed to the year 802701 by the frail and simple Eloi.

The future seems safe—until the Time Traveller encounters the shadowy, carnivorous Morlocks, inhabitants of the Underworld. The Morlocks terrorise the Eloi, hunt the Time Traveller, and capture the Time Machine.

Can the Time Traveller escape the future with his Time Machine...and his life?

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780439436540

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2004

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Melvin Burgess

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 106.0mm

Height: 171.0mm

Weight: 73g

Pages: 123

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