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War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells - First Publication
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War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells - First Publication
The narrator is invited to an astronomical observatory at Ottershaw, where he meets astronomer Ogilvy and they observe Mars. The War of the Worlds is a science fiction novel by English author H. G. Wells (1866-1946). This plate comes from the first serialised version, published in 1897 by Pearsons Magazine in the UK. Date: 1897
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The War of the Worlds" in Pearsons Magazine in 1897, the narrator is invited to an astronomical observatory at Ottershaw, where he encounters the distinguished astronomer, Professor Ogilvy. The two men gaze intently through the telescope, focused on the red planet, Mars. The suspenseful atmosphere is palpable as they contemplate the recent unusual occurrences reported around the world, including the alleged sightings of Martian cylinders landing on Earth. Wells' groundbreaking science fiction novel, published just a year earlier, had captured the public's imagination with its futuristic vision of an alien invasion. The narrator's visit to the observatory underscores the scientific curiosity and intrigue surrounding the mysterious planet, which had long been a source of fascination for astronomers and the general public alike. In this scene, the illustrator masterfully conveys the sense of wonder and anticipation as the two men peer into the vast expanse of space, searching for answers to the enigma of Mars and the potential threat it may pose to humanity. The intricate details of the observatory, from the telescope to the maps and charts, add to the authenticity of the scene and transport us back to a time when the unknown held endless possibilities and the boundaries of human knowledge were being pushed ever further." Credit: From the first serialised version of "The War of the Worlds" by H. G. Wells, published in Pearsons Magazine in 1897. [Illustration by Warwick Goble] [Do not reproduce without permission of Mary Evans Picture Library]
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