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In the Days of the Comet
Hardcover
Science FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781022906747
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.94
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Experience H. G. Wells's thought-provoking science fiction novel, In the Days of the Comet, a visionary tale of apocalyptic change and social reform. When a comet's tail envelops the Earth, a mysterious green gas sweeps across the planet, triggering a profound transformation in humanity. This classic explores the potential for utopia born from chaos, as old prejudices and destructive impulses fade, replaced by a new era of understanding and cooperation.
Wells masterfully blends scientific speculation with social commentary, crafting a compelling narrative that questions the very nature of society and the possibility of radical change. In the Days of the Comet remains a powerful and relevant exploration of human potential, offering a glimpse into a world reshaped by cosmic forces and the enduring hope for a better future. This meticulously prepared edition preserves the original text of this timeless work.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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