The War of the Worlds Illustrated

by H. G. Wells, Adam Rufino (Illustrator), Adam Roberts (Introduction), Sam Dyer (Designed by)

Overview

Often referred to as the 'father of science fiction', H.G. Wells' tales of time travel and alien invasion have enthralled generations. His 1898, novel, The War of The Worlds , tells the story of an invasion from Mars and the ensuing conflict between the martians and mankind. Over the years, there have been many cinematic adaptations and even a musical version of the book, but never has there been a fully illustrated coffee table book with classic scenes brought to life. H. G. Wells: The War of the Worlds Illustrated is a 276 page hardback book that contains the original book text, expertly brought to life through a series of over 100 full-color illustrations by artist, Adam Rufino.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780995658653
Publisher:	Bitmap Books Limited
Publication date:	01/14/2019
Pages:	280
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.90(h) x 1.00(d)

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