The War of the Worlds

By: Herbert George Wells
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  • The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells is a science fiction novel about a Martian invasion of Earth. The story is set in England, where large, cylindrical spacecraft land, releasing hostile Martians equipped with advanced technology. Using heat rays and chemical weapons, the Martians decimate human forces and cause widespread panic. The protagonist, an unnamed narrator, witnesses the devastation and struggles to survive in the chaos.
    The novel explores themes of survival, human frailty, and the potential for humanity's destruction at the hands of superior beings. Ultimately, the Martians are defeated, not by human efforts, but by Earth's bacteria, which they have no immunity against, highlighting the role of nature in the survival of life (Summary by Dream Audiobooks)
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Episodes
  • Book 2 Chapter 10

    Book 2 Chapter 10
    Dec 27 2023
    9 mins
  • Book 2 Chapter 09

    Book 2 Chapter 09
    Dec 27 2023
    12 mins
  • Book 2 Chapter 08

    Book 2 Chapter 08
    Dec 27 2023
    20 mins

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