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The Invisible Man

Fiction | Novella | Adult | Published in 1897

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H. G. Wells

The Invisible Man

Fiction | Novella | Adult | Published in 1897
Book Details
Pages

110

Format

Novella • Fiction

Setting

England • 1890s

Publication Year

1897

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In H. G. Wells's The Invisible Man, an eccentric scientist, Griffin, discovers how to turn himself invisible but cannot reverse the process. As his frustration grows, he turns to theft and violence, leading him to recruit a reluctant accomplice. Struggles with law enforcement and former allies culminate in escalating conflicts, exploring the darker aspects of human nature through the lens of invisibility. The book contains instances of physical violence and threatening behavior.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Dark

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

3.9

211,412 ratings

57%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Invisible Man by H. G. Wells captivates with its pioneering science fiction elements and profound exploration of human nature and social alienation. Reviews praise its imaginative concept and Wells' skillful storytelling. However, some critics feel the characterization lacks depth and the pacing occasionally falters. Overall, it remains a compelling classic.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Invisible Man?

Readers who would enjoy The Invisible Man by H. G. Wells are typically fans of classic science fiction and enjoy exploring themes of individuality, morality, and the consequences of unchecked scientific experimentation. Similar readers might also enjoy Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and Robert Louis Stevenson's Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.

3.9

211,412 ratings

57%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Character List

Griffin

A college-educated scientist with albinism who creates a serum that renders him invisible, leading to a series of challenges and conflicts as he navigates life unseen.

A fellow scientist and former acquaintance of Griffin, who maintains a strong ethical code and is driven by a belief in the value of human life and societal conventions.

A homeless man who becomes entangled with Griffin, ultimately using his cunning to navigate his precarious position in society.

The innkeeper who is intrigued by Griffin's mysterious nature and seeks social elevation through her association with him, while often clashing with his behavior.

Book Details
Pages

110

Format

Novella • Fiction

Setting

England • 1890s

Publication Year

1897

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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