The utopian vision of H.G. Wells
By: Justin E.A. Busch.
Publisher: McFarland & Co.
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 204
ISBN-13: 9780786446056
Subjects: Wells, H. G. -- 1866-1946 -- Criticism and interpretation; Utopias in literature; Future in literature
Description: "This book begins with types of individuals who could create and live in ideal societies. It then discusses the state and how Wells' utopian thought requires a permanent commitment to expanding freedom. The final chapter covers death and how utopian thought can profoundly reshape the reader's understanding of position relative to current and future societies"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 195-199) and index.
Table of contents: title: The individual; title: The role of the novel; title: The state; title: Freedom and social patterns; title: The problem of death.