The Invisible Man: A Grotesque Romance - Unabridged

by H. G. Wells, Kevin Theis (Editor)

Overview

H.G. Wells classic tale of science, ethics and madness, "The Invisible Man: A Grotesque Romance" tells the story of a scientist named Griffin who develops an ingenious serum that can render people invisible.  Taking it himself, Griffin begins a slow descent into insanity...and murder.

One of Wells' infamous Scientific Romances, "The Invisible Man" is an early sci-fi classic and a must-read for all fans of the genre.  

Included in this unabridged version is a brief essay on the themes Wells' explores in this timeless novel of scientific discovery, madness and temptation.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781949661095
Publisher:	Ft. Raphael Publishing Company
Publication date:	09/19/2018
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	208
File size:	308 KB

About the Author

H.G. Wells (1866–1946), born Herbert George Wells, was an English author known for not only his popular science fiction books but also works of social commentary, history and biography. His first novel, The Time Machine, was published in 1895. Socially progressive and visionary in intellect, H.G. Wells became one of the most prolific writers of his generation. Through books like The Invisible Man, The Island of Doctor Moreau, and War of the Worlds, Wells delved into a plethora of social, philosophical and political ideas through the medium of what we now call science fiction.

Date of Birth:

September 21, 1866

Date of Death:

August 13, 1946

Place of Birth:

Bromley, Kent, England

Place of Death:

London, England

Education:

Normal School of Science, London, England