Anticipations: Of the Reaction of Mechanical and Scientific Progress upon Human Life and Thought

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Anticipations is a no holds barred explanation of Wells' vision of the New Republic. It contains themes of the "New Republic," a system of world governance and scientific control. He attempts to predict the future, a fascinating mix of accurate forecasts - development of cars, buses and trucks, use of flying machines in combat, decline of permanent marriage - and wild misses and more. Herbert George "H. G." Wells was an English writer best known for his work in science fiction. He was also a prolific writer in many other genres, including contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary, even writing textbooks and rules for war games. His most notable science fiction works include The War of the Worlds, The Time Machine, The Invisible Man and The Island of Doctor Moreau.