Anticipations Of The Reaction Of Mechanical And Scientific Progress Upon Human Life And Thought
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Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Gebundene Ausgabe
Erscheinungsdatum
19.10.2020
Verlag
Alpha EditionsSeitenzahl
328
Maße (L/B/H)
23.5/15.7/2.4 cm
Gewicht
685 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-93-5418-018-7
What will the world become as science and machines transform every corner of life? In Anticipations Of The Reaction Of Mechanical And Scientific Progress Upon Human Life And Thought, H. G. Wells turns the lens of early science fiction upon the future, daring to imagine how technology might reshape human society. These visionary essays, written on the cusp of the twentieth century, blend the restless energy of the industrial revolution with the intellectual curiosity that defines speculative literature. Wells, influenced by the likes of Jules Verne yet wholly original in his outlook, explores the profound impact of scientific progress on politics, education, and daily existence. Each essay invites academic readers and seekers of classic literature alike to join an intellectual exploration that remains strikingly relevant. His predictions, sometimes startlingly prescient, offer a window into the hopes and anxieties of an age grappling with rapid change-a theme that echoes in today's debates about technology and society. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For those passionate about early 20th century thought, Herbert George Wells' themes, and the origins of speculative fiction, this is more than a book; it is a cultural touchstone and a collector's delight.
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