The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells, Science Fiction, Classics

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The reviews of 'The War of the Worlds' emphasize its status as a classic and influential work in the science fiction genre, particularly in the alien invasion subgenre. Readers find it engaging and imaginative, with vivid descriptions and a powerful narrative. However, some critique its datedness, implausibility by modern standards, and lack of character development.

⬤ Classic sci-fi story that is foundational to the genre.

⬤ Vivid descriptions of Martians and the destruction they cause, instilling a sense of dread.

⬤ Compelling narrative told from a unique first-person perspective.

⬤ Raises thought-provoking questions about humanity and societal responses to crises.

⬤ Still thrilling and enjoyable for contemporary readers despite its age.

⬤ Various editions (like AmazonClassics and Penguin Clothbound) enhance the reading experience with features like X-Ray and sturdy binding.

⬤ Dated scientific concepts and writing style that may feel stilted or boring to modern readers.

⬤ Some readers find the plot simplistic and linear, lacking depth in character development.

⬤ Certain transitions, such as shifts to secondary characters, may disrupt the narrative flow.

⬤ The ending is seen as anticlimactic and unsatisfactory.

⬤ Some readers struggle with the geographical references without contemporary maps.

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Biologická pravda, ktorú nám Wells poskytol, by spomalila stretnutia s mimozemšťanmi v seriáloch Star Trek alebo Farscape, kde sa neohrození dobrodruhovia len zriedka obávajú miestnych jazykov, a už vôbec nie dýchania miestneho vzduchu.

Mimozemšťania nás napadli, pretože majú záľubu v ľudskej krvi, vysávanej zo živých bytostí (ako zistili, že majú na nás chuť, nie je jasné, ale aj tak je z toho dramatické divadlo). Ak ste nečítali Wellsa, musíte to urobiť.

Wells vytvoril míľnik - je to premýšľavý sociálny komentátor, priekopník toho, čo robí SF intelektuálne príťažlivou, a tiež prekliato dobrý rozprávač.