H.G. Wells (1866–1946) was a pioneering English writer best known for his influential works in science fiction. A visionary of speculative literature, Wells wrote The War of the Worlds, The Time Machine, The Invisible Man, and The Island of Doctor Moreau, among many others. His stories often merged imaginative scenarios with pointed social critique, establishing him as a foundational figure in the genre. Beyond fiction, Wells was a prolific writer of essays, history, and politics, and a strong advocate of socialism and scientific progress.

A few Fun Facts:

▪ Wells trained as a biologist under T.H. Huxley, which deeply influenced his storytelling.
▪ He famously predicted technologies like air travel, the internet, and nuclear weapons.
▪ Orson Welles’ 1938 radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds caused mass panic in the U.S., showcasing Wells’ enduring cultural impact.
▪ He coined the term “time machine” and was among the first to use “scientific romance” to describe his genre.