The Time Machine

Set in a distant future, the story follows a time traveler who journeys to the year 802,701, where he encounters two distinct species: the Eloi, a gentle but weak race, and the Morlocks, a subterranean society that preys on the Eloi. Through this exploration, themes of class struggle, evolution, and the potential consequences of technological advancement are examined. The novella's innovative narrative structure and thought-provoking concepts have made it a foundational work in science fiction literature.