
The Time Machine - An Invention - by H. G. Wells
I. Introduction
II. The Machine
III. The Time Traveller Returns
IV. Time Travelling
V. In the Golden Age
VI. The Sunset of Mankind
VII. A Sudden Shock
VIII. Explanation
IX. The Morlocks
A small gathering of curious minds sits in a warmly lit parlor, the air thick with cigar smoke and the clink of glasses. The guest of honor, a nervous yet eager scientist, begins to unravel the very fabric of reality, insisting that space alone cannot hold the universe without its fourth companion—time. He challenges his listeners to imagine a world where duration is as tangible as length, breadth, and thickness, sparking lively debate among the skeptical friends gathered around the fire.
From this provocative discussion springs a bold claim: he has fashioned a device capable of stepping beyond the ordinary flow of moments. With a mix of excitement and caution, he outlines his plan to test the invention, inviting the audience—and now the listener—to accompany him into the uncharted realms that lie ahead. The promise of adventure, wonder, and a fresh perspective on existence beckons, setting the stage for a journey unlike any other.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (179K characters)
Release date
2004-10-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1866–1946
A pioneer of modern science fiction, this prolific English writer imagined time travel, alien invasion, and invisible men with a mix of suspense and sharp social insight. His stories still feel lively because they pair big ideas with very human fears and hopes.
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