Boon, The Mind of the Race, The Wild Asses of the Devil, and The Last Trump; / Being a First Selection from the Literary Remains of George Boon, Appropriate to the Times

Name: Boon, The Mind of the Race, The Wild Asses of the Devil, and The Last Trump; / Being a First Selection from the Literary Remains of George Boon, Appropriate to the Times
Author: H. G. Wells

By H. G. Wells

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A posthumous miscellany assembled by a friend presents fragments and unfinished pieces attributed to a once-popular writer, combining satirical sketches, imagined portraits, and incomplete essays. Material ranges from a broad-minded meditation on the collective mind to a partly developed allegorical hunt and a short apocalyptic tale, with recurring critique of literary institutions and the disruptions of wartime. The editor’s introduction emphasizes the disorderly, fragmentary state of the papers and a mixture of earnest speculation and ironic mockery running through the selections.

About the Author

H. G. Wells

Herbert George Wells (1866-1946) was an English writer and social commentator, renowned for his contributions to science fiction and social criticism. Often referred to as the 'father of science fiction,' Wells explored themes of technology, society, and human nature in his works. His notable titles include "The War of the Worlds," which depicts an alien invasion, and "The Time Machine," a pioneering narrative that delves into time travel. In addition to fiction, Wells wrote extensively on contemporary issues, as seen in works like "An Englishman Looks at the World." His literary legacy continues to influence writers and thinkers, making him a significant figure in both literature and social thought.