| Author |
Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946 |
| Title |
The Country of the Blind, and Other Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
The jilting of Jane -- The cone -- The stolen bacillus -- The flowering of the strange orchid -- In the Avu Observatory -- Aepyornis Island -- The remarkable case of Davidson's eyes -- The Lord of the Dynamos -- The moth -- The treasure in the forest -- The story of the late Mr. Elvesham -- Under the knife -- The sea raiders -- The obliterated man -- The Plattner story -- The red room -- The purple Pileus -- A slip under the microscope -- The crystal egg -- The star -- The man who could work miracles -- A vision of judgment -- Jimmy Goggles the God -- Miss Winchelsea's heart -- A dream of Armageddon -- The valley of spiders -- The new accelerator -- The truth about Pyecraft -- The magic shop -- The empire of the ants -- The door in the wall -- The country of the blind -- The beautiful suit.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Paul Murray, Charles Bidwell, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"The Country of the Blind, and Other Stories" by H. G. Wells is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. This anthology captures a range of imaginative tales that reflect Wells' fascination with science, human nature, and societal issues, showcasing his literary prowess in crafting engaging narratives. At the start of this collection, the author shares an introductory commentary about the significance and evolution of short stories in his career. He reflects on his previous productivity as a short story writer, mentions influences from his contemporaries, and expresses personal sentiments regarding the art of storytelling. The opening section sets a reflective tone, drawing readers into Wells' thoughts about creativity and its ebbs and flows. Following this introduction, the first story, "The Jilting of Jane," begins to unfold, focusing on the bittersweet life of a maid named Jane as she navigates her unrequited love for a respectable young man named William, showcasing the intertwining themes of aspiration, disappointment, and the human condition that permeate Wells' work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Science fiction, English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11870 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 30, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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