The War of the Worlds

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Set during an invasion of southern England by Martians, the narrative unfolds through the perspectives of an unnamed protagonist in Surrey and his younger brother in London. This groundbreaking science fiction novel explores the conflict between humanity and an extraterrestrial race, offering a compelling commentary on human nature and societal response to crisis. Written in the late 19th century, it stands as a seminal work in the genre, influencing countless stories about alien encounters.