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The War Of The Worlds
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Accompanied By Edward'S Gorey'S Masterful, Timelessly Haunting Illustrations, H. G. Wells'S Classic Story Of Alien Invasion.When Massive, Intelligent Aliens From Mars Touch Down In Victorian England And Threaten To Destroy The Civilized World, Humanity'S Vaunted Knowledge Proves To Be Of Little Use. First Published In 1898, H. G. Wells'S Masterpiece Of Speculative Fiction Has Thrilled And Delighted Generations Of Readers, Spawned Countless Imitations, And Inspired Dramatizations By Such Masters As Orson Welles And Steven Spielberg. The War Of The Worlds Is A Fantasy That Is Both Startlingly Uptodate And In Touch With The Most Ancient Of Human Fears.In 1960, Edward Gorey Prepared A Set Of His Inimitable Penandink Drawings To Illustrate A New Edition Of Wells'S The War Of The Worlds For The Legendary Looking Glass Library. Characteristically Quirky, Elegant, And Entrancing, Gorey'S Visual Take On Wells'S Seminal Tour De Force Has Been Unavailable For Close To Fifty Years. This Special Hardcover Edition From Nyrb Classics Brings Back For Today'S Readers A Richly Rewarding Collaboration Between Two Modern Masters Of All That'S Wonderful And Strange.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of The War of the Worlds? A: The main theme of The War of the Worlds is the conflict between humanity and alien invaders, exploring the fragility of civilization and the human response to existential threats.
- Q: Who is the author of The War of the Worlds? A: The author of The War of the Worlds is H.G. Wells, a renowned writer known for his contributions to science fiction.
- Q: What type of illustrations accompany this edition of The War of the Worlds? A: This edition features masterful pen-and-ink illustrations by Edward Gorey, adding a unique visual interpretation to Wells's classic story.
- Q: When was The War of the Worlds first published? A: The War of the Worlds was first published in 1898 and has since become a seminal work in the science fiction genre.
- Q: What is the page count of this edition of The War of the Worlds? A: This edition of The War of the Worlds contains 250 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a classic presentation.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: This book is listed as being in 'Very Good' condition, indicating minimal signs of wear.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of The War of the Worlds was published on May 10, 2005.
- Q: Is there any special significance to the illustrations by Edward Gorey? A: Yes, Edward Gorey's illustrations are known for their quirky and elegant style, offering a distinct visual narrative that complements the story.
- Q: What genre does The War of the Worlds belong to? A: The War of the Worlds belongs to the Classics genre, specifically within the science fiction category.