In the Days of the Comet

"In the Days of the Comet," by H. G. Wells, is a science fiction story told from the perspective of an older man looking back at an extraordinary time when a comet dramatically changed the world and his own existence. The story centers on his complicated relationship with Nettie and how it all plays out within a world that is about to experience a shift because of the comet; it’s a tale of societal change, the challenges and opportunities present with personal growth, and the complexities of love. The man reflects on his younger years, diving into the missteps and emotional chaos that defined his youth, especially regarding his unfulfilling work and troublesome relationship with Nettie, thus highlighting the discontent of the era. As discussions of socialism and revolution intensify with his friend Parload, set against the backdrop of the ever-looming comet, the man's views on life, love, and society are challenged, paving the way for a journey of profound personal transformation, all while the comet becomes a symbol of something new on the horizon.