Floor Games; a companion volume to "Little Wars"

Name: Floor Games; a companion volume to "Little Wars"
Author: H. G. Wells

By H. G. Wells

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A practical handbook for imaginative indoor play, offering detailed guidance on converting a room's floor into a play-world using toy soldiers, bricks, boards, rails and simple household objects. It catalogs essential materials, construction techniques, and rules for creating islands, cities, funiculars, marble towers and mild war games, with illustrated examples and variations tested with children. Emphasis falls on safety, suitable floor surface, cooperative creativity, and how simple architectural and mechanical devices expand play possibilities, while advising parents and caregivers on procuring or crafting the components that sustain prolonged, constructive play.

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.