The novel is a science fiction tale that takes place in the late 19th century. A comet is on a collision course with Earth and its passage causes a global catastrophe. The story follows a young man who survives the disaster and finds himself in a world where the comet's tail has altered the atmosphere, rendering people comatose. As society collapses, the protagonist navigates this new reality, encountering various characters who are struggling to adapt to their changed circumstances. He becomes embroiled in a conflict between those who seek to rebuild society and those who wish to preserve the status quo. The novel explores themes of social change, morality, and the human condition, raising questions about what it means to be alive and how we should live our lives.
By H.G. Wells · First published 1906 · Genre: Science Fiction, Utopian Fiction, Romance · 11 chapters