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1894. Des astronomes sont témoins d'étranges activités à la surface de Mars, comme des éclairs ou des explosions de gaz incandescent. L'étonnant phénomène se répète pendant les dix nuits suivantes puis cesse. Des météores venant de la planète rouge se dirigent bientôt vers la Terre. Le premier s'écrase en Angleterre, dans le Surrey : il s'agit d'un objet ayant la forme d'un cylindre de vingt-cinq à trente mètres.

Sci-Fi: The Definitive Collection is a collection of 29 classic science fiction novels and stories, read by esteemed cast of award-winning narrators. Included here are stories by some of the most iconic science fiction writers of all time, including H.G. Wells; Jules Verne; H.P. Lovecraft; Maragret Cavendish; Yevgeny Zamyatin; and more.

Industrial smoke, moonlit steel, and one fatal invitation. In H.G. Wells’s searing tale of jealousy and betrayal, a celebrated artist is lured by the ironworks manager on a midnight tour through roaring furnaces and shuddering machinery. What begins as chilly politeness becomes a...

The HG Wells Collection includes 4 of Wells' most beloved novels: The Time Machine, The Island of Dr Moreau, The Invisible Man, and The War of the Worlds. All read by the new voice of H.G. Wells, Malk Williams, this collection is the perfect opportunity to delve into some of Wells' most formative and iconic writings.

The War of the Worlds is the classic alien-invasion novel: Martian cylinders fall down upon a complacent Victorian England, unleashing towering tripods, heat rays and poisonous black smoke. An unnamed writer is among the humans trying to flee, and it is through his eyes that we see the shattering of ordinary life by beings with advanced intelligence and weaponry. The novel's terror is timeless. Its depiction of technological shock, mass panic and sudden ruin feels both fantastical and unnervingly possible. It exposes the arrogance of empire and the horror of facing a power we don't understand.

The Ultimate Science Fiction Mega Collection contains 16 of the greatest science fiction works ever written.

Strategy, imagination, and playful competition come together in this delightfully inventive classic by H. G. Wells. In Little Wars, Wells transforms tabletop toy battles into a clever and entertaining game of tactics, creativity, and storytelling. Written with humor and charm, this unusual and...

In a dim antique shop in Seven Dials, Mr Cave stumbles upon a peculiar crystal egg. Beneath its polished surface lies a window to a distant world—a landscape of winged beings under two small moons. H.G. Wells’ brilliant tale quietly captures the wonder and solitude of peering across the void...

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of H.G. Wells through a curated selection of twelve of his early short stories, where the complexities of the human experience are explored with wit and insight. Each episode invites you to delve into themes of love, romance, infidelity, and parenthood, all presented with Wells' signature humorous twist that adds depth to the characters and their dilemmas. This podcast showcases the brilliance of storytelling from 1894 to 1925, revealing how these narratives resonate with contemporary audiences while reflecting the societal norms of their time. Every ...

Legendary author and futurist H. G. Wells turns his attention from imaginary worlds to the future of our own. Written in the turbulent years between the two world wars, Wells argues that humanity has become increasingly interconnected while remaining divided by nationalism, economic rivalry, and outdated political institutions. His “open conspiracy” is not a secret plot, but precisely the opposite: a public, voluntary movement of individuals committed to building a more rational, peaceful, and cooperative world.

A world-ending catastophe and utopian future vision written less than a decade apart by the grandfathers of science fiction. In H.G. Wells' The Star, a new celestial body appears in the night sky. At first, it is a beautiful, mysterious visitor. Then An astronomer calculates its path and...

In a world where the boundaries of science are tested and ethical dilemmas arise, the title suggests a gripping exploration of the consequences when humanity's curiosity and ambition challenge nature itself. This podcast brings you a rotating collection of complete audiobooks that delve into these provocative themes, showcasing tales of scientific exploration and the moral quandaries that accompany it. Each week, we feature a different book, offering a diverse range of perspectives, time periods, and narrative styles. It's a chance to satisfy your curiosity and gain insight into the ...

Science Fiction and Fantasy stories of STRANGEST ilk. Other Tales: Volume IX contains six bizarre and incredible tales of science fiction and fantasy, including a quaint English first contact story by H.G. Wells (author of War of the Worlds and The Time Machine), three science fiction tales by...

A mountain climber falls into a hidden valley where an isolated civilization has lived for generations without sight. Expecting his vision to make him their unquestioned master, he discovers that everything he believes about superiority, normality, and human ability may be turned against him. H...

Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov, better known as Vladimir Lenin, was a Russian revolutionary, politician, and political theorist. He served as the first and founding head of government of Soviet Russia from 1917 to 1924 and of the Soviet Union from 1922 to 1924. Under his administration, Russia, and later the Soviet Union, became a one-party socialist state governed by the Communist Party. Ideologically a Marxist, his developments to the ideology are called Leninism.

"Vocês precisam me ouvir com atenção." É assim que o leitor será transportado, guiado pelo Viajante do Tempo, para um futuro longínquo, onde conhecerá raças fascinantes e peculiares. H. G. Wells, um dos responsáveis por inovar a proposta dos romances de ficção científica, nos deixou...

Com uma atmosfera obscura e fantástica, este conto de H. G. Wells de 1896 (lançado quando o autor tinha apenas 30 anos) leva o leitor a uma Londres sombria, na qual a noite reserva visões e acontecimentos sobrenaturais (ou seria apenas o fruto da ciência moderna?). Um...

Romance de ficção científica de H. G. Wells, "A ilha do doutor Moreau" foi publicado pela primeira vez em 1896. Nesta obra, Wells alia à sua característica crítica social considerações particulares a respeito da teoria da evolução das espécies. Nesta narrativa, o náufrago Charles...

Escrito bem no fim do século XIX, o conto apocalíptico de H.G. Wells retrata o momento em que uma "estrela" se aproxima cada vez mais da Terra e a reação de diferentes grupos humanos ao redor do globo diante de sua possível destruição...

Escrito em 1901 por H.G. Wells, Sonhando com o apocalipse traz a história de um homem que sonha com uma distopia futurística, com o fim do mundo como conhecemos e como isso se sucede. O conto lançou as bases do estilo de história de previsão do fim do mundo...