H G Wells

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Large Print - The Invisible Man - Grand Type Collector's Edition - Matte Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Beschreibung

Experience timeless classics like never before in this Grand Type Collector's Edition With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original. Large Print Features: * 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort. * Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain. * Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering. * Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring. A stranger wrapped in bandages arrives in a quiet English village, his face hidden, his temper fierce, and his secrets darker than anyone dares imagine. Strange occurrences follow in his wake: objects move without explanation, footprints appear in the snow without a body to make them, and whispers of something uncanny spread through the town. Beneath the disguise is Griffin, a brilliant but reckless scientist who has discovered the power of invisibility. Yet his triumph quickly turns into a nightmare, as paranoia, isolation, and violence consume him. Hunted and feared, he becomes the embodiment of genius turned to madness. Published in 1897, The Invisible Man cemented H. G. Wells as a master of science fiction, blending thrilling suspense with deep ethical questions. The novel explores the dangers of unchecked ambition and the isolation of power without accountability, capturing anxieties of an age when science was advancing at a dizzying pace. Its chilling vision has influenced generations of writers, filmmakers, and philosophers, remaining both a gripping story and a timeless cautionary tale about the peril of pursuing power without restraint.

Autor

H.G. Wells, born on September 21, 1866, in Bromley, England, became one of the most influential English writers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Often referred to as the "father of science fiction," his works like The War of the Worlds (1898) and The Time Machine (1895) introduced pioneering ideas about time travel, alien invasions, and humanity's future. His writings often tackled social issues, including class inequality, technology, and human progress, blending adventure with philosophical exploration.Wells studied biology at the Normal School of Science in London under Thomas Henry Huxley and worked as a teacher before turning to writing. His early novels were shaped by scientific advancements and often warned of the potential dangers of unchecked experimentation. Works like The Invisible Man (1897) and The Island of Doctor Moreau (1896) explored the moral and ethical consequences of science, while his utopian writings envisioned a more ideal future.Beyond fiction, Wells was an outspoken political activist, advocating for social reforms and global peace. He critiqued capitalism and imperialism in works like The Shape of Things to Come (1933), outlining his vision for a world government. Despite some political setbacks, Wells continued to shape literature and political thought, leaving a legacy that still influences science fiction and speculative writing today.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Revive AI Ltd.
• Seitenzahl: 332
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Dezember 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 22mm
• Gewicht: 612g
• ISBN-13: 9781834123448
• ISBN-10: 1834123445
• Artikelnr.: 75982198