H. G. Wells

H. G. Wells, born in 1866, was an English writer best known for his pioneering contributions to science fiction. Often referred to as the "father of science fiction," Wells explored themes of time travel, alien encounters, and social commentary in his works. His imagination and keen insights into the human condition have left a lasting impact on literature, with classics like "The Time Machine," "The War of the Worlds," and "The Invisible Man" continuing to captivate readers for over a century. Beyond fiction, Wells was also a social critic and historian, reflecting his deep engagement with the world around him.

Wells' ability to blend imaginative storytelling with thought-provoking ideas makes his work a delightful journey for any reader. Whether you're drawn to thrilling adventures or philosophical musings, there's something in his writing for everyone. We invite you to dive into H. G. Wells' fascinating universe through our app and discover the profound insights and captivating tales that have enchanted audiences across generations.

The Island of Doctor Moreau (Version 2)

Read by Bob Neufeld 4.6
In this classic of H. G. Wells, Edward Prendick is shipwrecked on a beautiful island in the South Seas and is drawn into the wild and cruel …

The History of Mr. Polly

Read by Adrian Praetzellis 4.4
A funny and touching account of the imaginative Mr. Polly who, bored and trapped in his conventional life, makes a U-turn –- and changes eve…

The First Men in the Moon

Read by Mark F. Smith 4.5
Britain won the Moon Race! Decades before Neal Armstrong took his "giant leap for mankind" two intrepid adventurers from Lympne, E…

The Country of the Blind, and Other Stories

Read by Peter Yearsley 4.7
A collection of Wells' short stories, with a short introductory essay by the author- "Essentially it is a miscellany of inventions, man…

The Time Machine (Version 2)

Read by Mark F. Smith 4.7
Surely the Time Traveler threw great dinner parties! His guests were treated to a once-in-forever trial of a miniature time machine - an exq…

The Invisible Man

Read by Alex Foster 4.6
The Invisible Man (1897) is one of the most famous science fiction novels of all time. Written by H.G. Wells (1866-1946), it tells the story…

The Invisible Man (Version 3)

Read by Andrew Gaunce 4.8
A mysterious, bandaged stranger arrives in the small English village of Iping - and chaos follows close behind. H.G. Wells' classic story of…

Kipps

Read by Anthony Ogus (1945-2026) 4.7
Arthur Kipps, an orphaned draper’s assistant of humble means, unexpectedly inherits a large sum of money and that is when all his troubles b…

The Island of Doctor Moreau (Version 3)

Read by Tom Haire 4.7
In 1896 HG Wells produced the Island of Doctor Moreau. After a fateful shipwreck, a chance rescue, and offer of safe harbor, Edward Prendick…

A Story of the Stone Age

Read by James Christopher 4.3
A Story of the Stone Age transports listeners to a prehistoric world, long before recorded history, where survival hinges on the ingenuity a…

A Short History of the World

Read by Kristine Bekere 4.2
A Short History of the World is a non-fictional historic work by English author H. G. Wells, largely inspired by Wells's earlier 1919 work T…

Tales of Space and Time

Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022) 3.9
Five short Science Fiction stories. - Summary by Richard Kilmer

The Wonderful Visit

Read by Mary Bard 4.6
An other-worldly creature visits a small English village, and H. G. Wells uses humour and satire to convey some of the imperfections of Vict…

The Stolen Bacillus and other stories

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.4
A collection of 15 humorous short stories by the original master of speculative fiction: H. G. Wells. This was the first collection of short…

Ann Veronica

Read by Joy Chan 4.4
Ann Veronica was a controversial book detailing the development of a naive school girl into a "New Woman". When it was published, …

The War of the Worlds (version 2)

Read by Rebecca Dittman 4.7
War of the Worlds by Herbert George Wells (H.G. Wells) was published in 1898 at a time when he wrote a series of novels related to a number …

The War of the Worlds (Version 3)

Read by Cori Samuel 4.7
No one would have believed, in the last years of the nineteenth century, that the Earth was being scrutinised and studied from across the gu…

War Of The Worlds 1938 Radio Broadcast with Orson Welles

4.7
In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of this iconic radio broadcast, we present the 1938 adaptation of The War of the Worlds, directed a…

The Time Machine (Version 4)

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.5
The Time Machine by H. G. Wells invites listeners on a groundbreaking journey through time. This novella, first published in 1895, introduce…

HG Wells A Dream Of Armageddon

Read by Robert Bathurst 4.5
A Dream of Armageddon is a thought-provoking short story by H. G. Wells, first published in 1901. This adaptation, aired on BBC 7, presents …

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