âThe power to destroy, was continually increasing. There was no increase whatever in the ability to escapeâ. H.G. Wells creates a hauntingly prophetic narrative of the upcoming atomic era in his acclaimed science-fiction novel âThe World Set Freeâ. In this nightmarish book, global leaders must create an atomic bomb that can annihilate society to save the world. In a highly prescient and unique manner, Wells wonders if peace can only be achieved by first having the ability to bring about total destruction. âThe World Set Freeâ is a novel as thrilling as it is terrifying as global warfare threatens to end civilisation completely. A highly influential novel that remains relevant in modern times, âThe World Set Freeâ is one of Wellsâ best and should be read by anyone interested in warfare.
H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a celebrated English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wellsâ influence cannot be overstated for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. A four-time Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, from religion to social criticism and beyond. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel âThe Time Machineâ, the sci-fi adventure novel âThe Island of Dr. Moreauâ, and the mankind-versus-aliens novel âThe War of the Worldsâ. Wells occupies one of the central seats in the canon of science-fiction literature and his writing inspired other celebrated authors such as Ray Bradbury and Philip K. Dick. Wellsâ stories are still widely read to this day and have had numerous cinematic adaptations including âThe Invisible Manâ starring Elisabeth Moss.