Sea Lady

by H. G. Wells Narrated by LibriVox Community

Overview

The Sea Lady is a novel written by H. G. Wells. It was serialized from July to December 1901 in Pearson's Magazine before being published by D. Appleton and Co. in 1902. The story involves a mermaid who comes ashore in Edwardian England. Based on past knowledge gleaned from literature cast into the sea, and with the help of newly made human friends, she attempts to become part of well mannered society. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Editorial Reviews

Booknews

This volume is subtitled The text examines Wells' fantasy, which did not sell well at publication and has been largely ignored by critics. Stover's (emeritus, Illinois Institute of Technology) introduction provides an overview of the text and the story of and explains the ideas of civil death, every citizen acting as a public servant, and the concept of totalitarian metaphysics. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Product Details

BN ID:	2940170280711
Publisher:	LibriVox
Publication date:	08/25/2014
Sales rank:	669,630
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

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