Tales of the Unexpected by H. G. Wells

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Author Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946
Title Tales of the Unexpected
Contents The remarkable case of Davidson's eyes -- The moth -- The story of the late Mr Elvesham -- Under the knife -- The Plattner story -- The crystal egg -- The man who could work miracles -- A dream of armageddon -- The new accelerator -- The door in the wall -- The apple -- The temptation of Harringay -- Mr Skelmersdale in Fairyland -- The inexperienced ghost -- The stolen body.
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Summary "Tales of the Unexpected" by H. G. Wells is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This anthology showcases Wells' signature blend of imaginative storytelling and thought-provoking themes, exploring various human experiences and the unexpected twists of fate. The stories delve into subjects such as the complexities of perception, the strangeness of life, and uncanny events, often leaving readers with more questions than answers. The opening portion introduces the first story, "The Remarkable Case of Davidson's Eyes," where the narrator witnesses a mysterious incident involving a man named Sidney Davidson at a technical college. Davidson experiences a peculiar mental and physical state that suggests an aberration of sight, leaving him blind yet capable of perceiving distant realities. The narrative paints a vivid picture of Davidson's confusion and the concern of those around him as ordinary events spiral into the extraordinary, demonstrating Wells' flair for weaving suspense and intrigue from the ordinary fabric of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject London (England) -- Fiction
Subject Time travel -- Fiction
Subject Twenty-first century -- Fiction
Subject Paranormal fiction
Subject Short stories, English
Subject Technological innovations -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 66409
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Most Recently Updated Oct 19, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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