When the Sleeper Wakes

Name: When the Sleeper Wakes
Author: H. G. Wells

By H. G. Wells

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A disoriented man who falls into a prolonged trance awakens to a profoundly changed future society in which wealth concentration, managerial elites, and technological control shape daily life. He discovers that his dormant fortune has been transformed into vast holdings that grant others power over him while cities, machines, and aerial forces organize labor and politics. The narrative traces his bewilderment, encounters with bureaucrats and reformers, urban spectacle, and struggles over governance, exploring themes of alienation, the social consequences of industrial and financial systems, and the tension between individual autonomy and collective upheaval as new forms of authority and warfare emerge.

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.