Ann Veronica(Illustrated)

By H G Wells

Features 20 unique illustrations that bring the story and its characters to life.Includes a detailed summary to enrich your reading experience.Contains a comprehensive list of characters, providing insights into their roles and relationships.Features a captivating biography of H.G. Wells, offering a glimpse into the life of the visionary author behind this masterpiece.

Dive into the heart of the early 20th century with H.G. Well's groundbreaking novel, Ann Veronica: An Illustrated Edition. This edition breathes new life into the classic tale with 20 stunning illustrations that capture the spirit and essence of the story's memorable moments and characters.

Ann Veronica unfolds the gripping journey of Ann Veronica Stanley, a daring young woman defying the constraints of her conservative upbringing to pursue her quest for independence, knowledge, and self-discovery. Set against the backdrop of the suffragette movement in Edwardian England, the novel explores themes of personal freedom, the search for identity, and the fight for women's rights, making it as relevant today as it was over a century ago.

This edition is not just a book; it's a comprehensive experience that also includes a thoughtful summary, a detailed characters list, and an engaging biography of H.G. Wells. These additions offer readers a deeper understanding of the context, the people, and the mind behind the story, enriching the reading experience.

Whether you're a long-time fan of Wells or discovering his work for the first time, "Ann Veronica: An Illustrated Edition" promises a captivating exploration of one woman's audacious challenge to the norms of her time. It's a testament to the enduring power of Wells' vision, celebrating the spirit of independence and the unyielding quest for personal freedom. Immerse yourself in this beautifully illustrated edition and witness the timeless journey of Ann Veronica unfold.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 4320676971
• ISBN13: 9784320676978
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Micheal Smith
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

"Why can't they be like we were perfect in every way?"

"What's the matter with kids today?" Lyrics from "Bye Bye Birdie" Ann Veronica "Vee" asks the question, "Why can't a woman be like a man," and sets out to find out why. She discovers all sorts of men, some stuffy and some devious. She may one day stumble over the perfect man; she will never find me. She tries to be independent and is thwarted at every turn; that is, until she realizes there are better things to do than just compete. We get to grow with Vee and go through several long dissertations, Ayn Rand style, over political freedom, love, equality, and whatnot. All the talk loses its way and, with dumb luck, returns to the story. We are treated to a travelogue and scratch ourselves with a long talk about the prison dingies. Just as it starts to get interesting, the story stops dead in the middle of a thought. The story is ok, and some of the subjects brought up are still relevant today. However, if you look a little closer at the story, as with much fiction is just a venue to express H. G.’s concept of free love. The illustrated versions do not illustrate anything interesting.