About the book
What would happen if Martians landed on Earth—and none of our weapons could stop them? H.G. Wellss timeless masterpiece—which spawned many a movie adaptation—imagines this frightening scenario. The horrifying bug-like extraterrestrials, which can wipe out entire crowds with a single heat-ray and poisonous gas, first appear in the English countryside … and then wreak havoc. Narrated by an unnamed protagonist who flees home to seek out safe ground, this terrifying tale creates a shockingly realistic vision of what might happen if fearsome, technologically superior aliens attacked us. Beautifully illustrated by acclaimed artist Scott McKowen, this Unabridged Classic will rivet kids and adults alike.
Editions of The War of the Worlds
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781454912194
- EBook
- ISBN 9781454915287
Read an Excerpt
What would happen if Martians landed on Earth—and none of our weapons could stop them? H.G. Wellss timeless masterpiece—which spawned many a movie adaptation—imagines this frightening scenario. The horrifying bug-like extraterrestrials, which can wipe out entire crowds with a single heat-ray and poisonous gas, first appear in the English countryside … and then wreak havoc. Narrated by an unnamed protagonist who flees home to seek out safe ground, this terrifying tale creates a shockingly realistic vision of what might happen if fearsome, technologically superior aliens attacked us. Beautifully illustrated by acclaimed artist Scott McKowen, this Unabridged Classic will rivet kids and adults alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The War of the Worlds about?
What would happen if Martians landed on Earth—and none of our weapons could stop them? H.G. Wellss timeless masterpiece—which spawned many a movie adaptation—imagines this frightening scenario. The horrifying bug-like extraterrestrials, which can wipe out entire crowds with a single heat-ray and poisonous gas, first appear in the English countryside … and then wreak havoc. Narrated by an unnamed protagonist who flees home to seek out safe ground, this terrifying tale creates a shockingly realistic vision of what might happen if fearsome, technologically superior aliens attacked us. Beautifully illustrated by acclaimed artist Scott McKowen, this Unabridged Classic will rivet kids and adults alike.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The War of the Worlds?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Classic fiction
Where can I read a sample of The War of the Worlds?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781454912194
How long is The War of the Worlds and how many pages does it have?
The War of the Worlds has 192 page(s)
Is The War of the Worlds part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Union Square Kids Unabridged Classics
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The War of the Worlds?
H. G. Wells
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The War of the Worlds is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781454912194) and ebook(ISBN 9781454915287)
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