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Boon, The Mind of the Race, The Wild Asses of the Devil, and The Last Trump; Being a First Selection from the Literary Remains of George Boon, Appropriate to the Times

By H. G. Wells

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Enter the whimsical mind of a deceased author through his scattered writings, and embark on a journey that blends humor, tragedy, and an eccentric view of the literary world.

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2011-01-15
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"Boon, The Mind of the Race, The Wild Asses of the Devil, and The Last Trump" by H. G. (Herbert George) Wells, is a collection that peeks into the imaginative world of the late George Boon through his unfinished writings, as pieced together and presented to the world following his death. The collection gives insight into Boon’s creative process, poking fun at the world of books while weaving in deeper thoughts about society. The story begins with reflection on Boon's death and how World War I has overshadowed art, highlighting a sense of loss; an introduction to Miss Bathwick shows off Boon’s unique way of working, and the exploration of his unfinished works invites readers to consider literature in a world touched by conflict..

About the Author

Herbert George Wells was an English writer, prolific in many genres. He wrote more than fifty novels and dozens of short stories. His non-fiction output included works of social commentary, politics, history, popular science, satire, biography, and autobiography. Wells' science fiction novels are so well regarded that he has been called the "father of science fiction".

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