The Wild Asses of the Devil is a collection of short stories by H.G. Wells, first published in 1895. The stories explore the themes of science, religion, and morality, and are set in a variety of locations, from the English countryside to the jungles of Africa. The collection includes stories such as “The Star”, in which a scientist discovers a new star in the night sky, and “The Country of the Blind”, in which a man discovers a hidden valley populated by people who have been blind since birth. Other stories explore the consequences of scientific progress, such as “The New Accelerator”, in which a scientist creates a machine that can accelerate time, and “The Plattner Story”, in which a man is transformed into a living statue. The Wild Asses of the Devil is a thought-provoking collection of stories that explore the implications of science and technology on society. It is a classic work of science fiction that is sure to captivate readers of all ages.
By H.G. Wells · First published 1946 · Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Horror