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The War of the Worlds (1898), by H. G. Wells, is an early science-fiction novel which describes an invasion of England by aliens from Mars. It is one of the earliest and best-known depictions of an alien invasion of Earth and has influenced many others, as well as spawning several films, radio dramas, comic-book adaptations, and a television series based on the story.

The Spoken Word - H.G.Wells written by British Library performed by H.G. Wells on Audio CD (Unabridged)

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ISBN: 9780712305327
Genre - Main: Non-Fiction
Genre - Specific: History
Duration: 76 mins
Length: Unabridged
Author: British Library
Performer 1: H.G. Wells

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This CD makes available for the first time all the surviving BBC radio broadcasts of H.G. Wells. The earliest dates from 1931, by which time Wells was already in his sixties and a renowned public figure, recognised not only for his science fiction, but also his far sighted commentary on social and political affairs.

Like his contemporary Bernard Shaw, Wells was invited regularly into the radio studio to air his views on a wide range of issues. Includes an introductory booklet.

Track listing 1. Russia in the melting pot 2. Modern Conditions 3. Talk on communications 4. Whither Britain? 5. On diabetics 6. I knew a man 7. As I see it 8. The Future of Europe. Speech at Foyle's Literary Luncheon 9. The World goes by 10. Reshaping Man's Heritage 11. Science and the citizen

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