The time machine
Readers rate it 3.8 (1.6K on Hardcover)
141 pages · Released 1988 · Berkley Pub. Group
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This classic science fiction novella explores class conflict and dystopian themes through the protagonist's journey to a future world. While the concepts are sophisticated, the actual depictions of violence and horror are restrained by modern standards, though the philosophical darkness about humanity's potential trajectory may unsettles some younger readers. The novel rewards curiosity, critical thinking, and empathy for marginalized groups, making it suitable for mature middle-grade and high school readers.
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The Time Traveller, a dreamer obsessed with traveling through time, builds himself a time machine and, much to his surprise, travels over 800,000 years into the future. He lands in the year 802701: the world has been transformed by a society living in apparent harmony and bliss, but as the Traveler stays in the future... The Time Traveller, a dreamer obsessed with traveling through time, builds himself a time machine and, much to his surprise, travels over 800,000 years into the future. He lands in the year 802701: the world has been transformed by a society living in apparent harmony and bliss, but as the Traveler stays in the future he discovers a hidden barbaric and depraved subterranean class. Wells's transparent commentary on the capitalist society was an instant bestseller and launched the time-travel genre.
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ISBN 9780441802630 · Berkley Pub. Group