The Extinction of Man
Pessimistic essay by H. G. Wells first published in 1894, about some of the ways humanity could become extinct.
The Man of the Year Million
Satirical essay by H. G. Wells first published in 1893, about the evolution of human beings into a form resembling a human foetus.
The Shopman
Essay by H. G. Wells published in 1894, about a visit to a draper’s shop and an infuriating shop assistant.
Joan and Peter
Novel by H. G Wells published in 1918, about the education and adolescence of Joan and Peter, two samples of their generation, an excerpt of which was published under the title “Peter Learns Arithmetic” in 1958.
Filmer
Short story by H. G. Wells published in 1901, a fictional account of the suicide of the inventor of the first successful flying machine, just before its maiden flight.
Select Conversations with an Uncle
Collection of 12 humorous conversations between George and his uncle, and two reminiscences, by H. G. Wells, first published in 1895.
Twelve Stories and A Dream
Collection of 13 short stories by H. G. Wells, first published in 1903.
The Reconciliation
Short story by H. G. Wells published in 1895, about two men who attempt a reconciliation culminating in the death of one of them.
The Rajah’s Treasure
Short story by H. G. Wells published in 1896, about a rajah who is murdered by his heir, for an unexpected treasure trove.
The Remarkable Case of Davidson’s Eyes
Short story by H. G. Wells published in 1895, about a researcher who, after stooping between the poles of a large electromagnet, becomes temporarily blind to the world around him, seeing only an island beach.
