"The Time Machine" by H.G. Wells follows the Time Traveler as he journeys into the future, discovering a world where humanity has evolved into two distinct classes - the Eloi, a gentle and fragile species living above ground, and the Morlocks, a sinister and hideous race residing underground. The narrative explores themes of human evolution, class divisions, and societal decay, presenting a thought-provoking commentary on industrialization and the potential future of society. Despite the book's vintage writing style, readers find it easy to follow and engaging due to the intriguing storyline and Wells's reflections on the concerns of the Nineteenth Century.
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A Victorian scientist and inventor creates a machine for propelling himself through time, and voyages to the year AD 802701, where he discovers a race of humanoids called the Eloi. Their gently indolent way of life, set in a decaying cityscape, leads the scientist to believe that they are the remnants of a once great civilization. He is forced to revise this assessment when he comes across the cave dwellings of threatening ape-like creatures known as Morlocks, whose dark underground world he must explore to discover the terrible secrets of this fractured society, and the means of getting back to his own time.
A biting critique of class and social equality as well as an innovative and much imitated piece of science fiction which introduced the idea of time travel into the popular consciousness, The Time Machine is a profound and extraordinarily prescient novel.
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Well I can definitely see that the book means much for the sci-fi genre but.. I just didn't enjoy it. There where not much to grab my attention or imagination and I just wanted more from it.
Definitely the older style of writing - Pages of exposition with very little action or dialog. This is also written in that sense of this is what has already happened, and I am telling you now, so you never fear for the author's life. I understand the appeal of this story, and of course time has made this a classic.
This book marks another venture into the literary world of this iconic author for me, and once again, I find myself thoroughly impressed. At this point, I'm not sure why I'm still surprised; each of Wells' works has resonated strongly with me.
This particular book has aged remarkably well. Its structure and narrative style feel remarkably contemporary, making it easy for a modern reader to immerse themselves in the world Wells has crafted. It's a captivating tale that showcases the author's vast imagination. Unlike some of his contemporaries who might rely on tedious descriptions, Wells weaves an intriguing tale that effortlessly immerses the modern reader.
What sets The Time Machine apart is Wells' vivid imagination, offering a glimpse into a world hundreds of thousands of years into the future. Instead of dry explanations, Wells ensures that we explore this world alongside the protagonist. This narrative approach, familiar to contemporary readers, contributes to the book's accessibility. While perhaps not the most ambitious of Wells' plotlines, it remains a fascinating tale.
"The Time Machine" is one of those classics whose construction and underlying themes will likely stay relevant for years to come. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to those seeking an easily digestible classic that doesn't compromise on depth.
A classic fantastic story. The character is taken on an extraordinary journey and adventure. Although this story differs to mine in more than just a few ways, the genre is similar. The use of time in the story highlights the different future out comes which can occur depending on the actions and inter actions of people.
Although time machine was written many, many years ago, ''published 1895'' the story still stands up today as the ''timeless classic'' which it remains ''pardon the pun'', hence the original film made from the book many years later, and the re-make in even more modern times.
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About the Author:
H.G. Wells is considered by many to be the father of science fiction. He was the author of numerous classics such as The Invisible Man, The Time Machine, The Island of Dr. Moreau, The War of the Worlds, and many more.
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