# H. Wells

## Biography

Herbert George Wells, born in Kent, England, in 1866, rose from a lower-middle-class background to become one of the most influential English writers of his time. His early life experiences, including various apprenticeships, deeply informed his nuanced perspectives on class and social dynamics, themes often woven into his works. Wells is widely celebrated as a pivotal figure in the development of science fiction, authoring seminal novels such as The Time Machine, The Invisible Man, and The War of the Worlds. Beyond his speculative fiction, he was a prolific writer across many genres, including social commentary, history, and satirical novels. Wells was also an outspoken socialist and pacifist, actively engaging with political thought throughout his life. His non-fiction works, like The Outline of History, garnered significant popularity. He passed away in London in 1946, leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to resonate in literature and public discourse.

## Books

- [The Door in the Wall, and Other Stories](https://samolit.com/books/96747)
- [The World Set Free](https://samolit.com/books/96727)
- [The Red Room](https://samolit.com/books/96230)
- [A Short History of the World](https://samolit.com/books/96160)
- [The Island of Doctor Moreau](https://samolit.com/books/96057)
- [The Invisible Man: A Grotesque Romance](https://samolit.com/books/96045)
- [The War of the Worlds](https://samolit.com/books/95896)
- [The Time Machine](https://samolit.com/books/95852)