The War of the Worlds: Fresh Perspectives on the H.G. Wells Classic
- ISBN-10
- 1932100555
- ISBN-13
- 9781932100556
- Series
- The War of the Worlds
- Category
- Literary Criticism
- Pages
- 292
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2005
- Publisher
- BenBella Books
- Author
- Herbert George Wells
Description
** COMPLETELY UNAUTHORIZED ** One of the great classics of literature, this ominous tale warns of a Martian invasion and their bloodsucking vengeance on humans. This essay collection from scientists, science fiction writers, and social commentators offers a literary critique of the famous tale, discusses the book's social and historical influences, and admires its continuing relevance in the literary and pop culture spheres. Contributors include Stephen Baxter, David Gerrold, Mike Resnick, Lawrence Watt-Evans, and Mercedes Lackey. A complete and unabridged edition of The War of the Worlds also accompanies the essays.
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