The World Set Free (Cram Edition)

By H G (Herbert George) Wells

This XpressRead Cram Edition of The World Set Free pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

H. G. Wells, the visionary author, delivers a chillingly prescient tale in "The World Set Free," a work of science fiction that explores the dawn of atomic energy and its devastating consequences. Published well before the advent of nuclear weapons, this novel envisions a future consumed by world war fueled by powerful atomic bombs.

The narrative delves into the potential for global destruction and the subsequent need for a world government to ensure peace. As a work of speculative fiction, it offers a stark warning about the dangers of unchecked technological advancement and the importance of international cooperation. "The World Set Free" remains a thought-provoking exploration of humanity's capacity for both innovation and self-destruction, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in science fiction, political science, and the enduring questions surrounding our future.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1026103452
• ISBN13: 9781026103456
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Xpresspress
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 0.7" x 6.1"