Speculative Evolution in Herbert George Well’s the Time Machine

  • S Selvamani M.A. B.Ed., M. Phil., Assistant Professor, PG and Research Department of English, Sakthi College of Arts and Science for Women, Oddanchatram
  • V Rabina M.A., Student, Department of English, Sakthi College of Arts and Science for Women, Oddanchatram
Keywords: Science Fiction, Time Travel, Future

Abstract

Herbert George Wells The Time Machine indeed remains a significant work in science fiction literature, offering a reflection on social issues and class distinctions of his time projected into a distant future. The story’s exploration of humanity’s potential evolution and the portrayal of a divided society have left a lasting impact, influencing various adaptations across different media. Wells ability to use speculative fiction to comment on contemporary issues highlights his foresight and literary prowess. It seems like you’re referring to Wells classic science fiction novel, The Time Machine. In the story, the Time Traveller indeed creates a machine capable of traversing through time and ventures to the distant future, where he encounters the Eloi and the Morlocks, two distinct species evolved from humanity. The novel explores themes of evolution, class struggle, and the nature of time itself.

Published
2024-03-01
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