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  • Written by: H. G. Wells
  • Narrated by: John Banks
  • Length: 3 hrs and 22 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (135 ratings)

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The Time Machine

Written by: H. G. Wells
Narrated by: John Banks
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Publisher's Summary

When a Victorian scientist propels himself into the year 802,701 AD, he is initially delighted to find that suffering has been replaced by beauty, contentment and peace. Entranced at first by the Eloi, an elfin species descended from man, he soon realises that this beautiful people are simply remnants of a once-great culture - now weak and childishly afraid of the dark. But they have every reason to be afraid: in deep tunnels beneath their paradise lurks another race descended from humanity - the sinister Morlocks. And when the scientist's time machine vanishes, it becomes clear he must search these tunnels, if he is ever to return to his own era.

About the Narrator: John Banks is one of the UK's most prolific audiobook narrators, working for the likes of Big Finish, Audible, Random House and Games Workshop. He is a true multi-voice, creating everything from monsters to marauding aliens. He is also an accomplished stage and TV actor.

About the Author: Herbert George Wells was a novelist, teacher, historian and journalist, who has become known as the "father of science fiction." His works have been adapted countless times, and provided the basis for many literary and theatrical productions.

©2017 Fantom Films (P)2017 Spokenworld Audio & Ladbroke Audio Ltd/Fantom Publishing

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Assez particulier pour un livre écrit au 19eme siècle. J'ai bien aimé lorsqu'il décrit son voyage dans le futur vers la fin, j'ai adoré me le représenter dans ma tête et la fin est surprenante. Un bon classique à découvrir.

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Loved it!

It could have used a few more references to creatures rushing "hither and thither"! No references to creatures going hither and yon! That left me most distressed.

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Really good listen

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Engaging, great road trip book to put on. Would recommend. Also great narrator, 5/5

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Excellent

With a good performance, these classic science-fiction stories are unbeatable entertainment and leave the reader to consider the human condition and its possible future.

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Loved it!

Required reading for a university class. I really enjoyed the narration and the story. The music is also great.

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Written in 1895 - held up well

Clear dated attitudes from the time, but suprised how well it has held up. Glad I took a gamble on this novel.

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