
Twelve Stories And A Dream
Wells, H. G. (Herbert George)
What happens when the rigid reality of Edwardian England is punctured by the impossible? In Twelve Stories And A Dream, the "Wellsian Breach" opens, dragging the mundane into a world of scientific anomalies and metaphysical terror. This collection is...
Location:
United States
Description:
What happens when the rigid reality of Edwardian England is punctured by the impossible? In Twelve Stories And A Dream, the "Wellsian Breach" opens, dragging the mundane into a world of scientific anomalies and metaphysical terror. This collection is a masterclass for readers of all ages, blending the wonder of discovery with the chill of the unknown. Witness the birth of modern Science Fiction through the eyes of Professor Gibberne as he crafts a drug that accelerates human metabolism to a standstill. Experience the tragic tension of Technology and Inventions as Filmer conquers the sky with fish-inspired vessels. These Classics of the genre redefine the boundaries of human ambition, showcasing the high cost of progress and the fragility of the mind. From a sinister Fantasy & Magic shop on Regent Street to a haunting dream of total war in a future Capri, this anthology delivers high-stakes Action & Adventure. Explore the fluid boundaries between dreams and reality where a single choice leads to a cosmic Armageddon. Whether navigating the strange mechanics of Transportation or the "interstices of time," each tale serves as a technical catalog of the "Rational Impossible." If you are a fan of Jules Verne’s Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea or the psychological depth of Mary Shelley, you will love Twelve Stories And A Dream. This anthology remains a foundational pillar for anyone seeking the roots of speculative fiction and the eerie beauty of the "Weird." Step behind the veil. Secure your copy of this foundational masterpiece today and witness the world as you have never seen it before. Duration - 7h 16m. Author - Wells, H. G. (Herbert George). Narrator - Sarah Hazin. Published Date - Tuesday, 20 January 2026.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:29
Chapter 1 - Filmer
Duration:00:41:27
Chapter 2 - The Magic Shop
Duration:00:24:13
Chapter 3 - The Valley Of Spiders
Duration:00:25:07
Chapter 4 - The Truth About Pyecraft
Duration:00:22:35
Chapter 5 - Mr Skelmersdale In Fairyland
Duration:00:30:42
Chapter 6 - The Story Of The Inexperienced Ghost
Duration:00:28:50
Chapter 7 - Jimmy Goggles The God
Duration:00:27:53
Chapter 8 - The New Accelerator
Duration:00:32:48
Chapter 9 - Mr Ledbetters Vacation
Duration:00:42:02
Chapter 10 - The Stolen Body
Duration:00:38:49
Chapter 11 - Mr Brishers Treasure
Duration:00:21:13
Chapter 12 - Miss Winchelseas Heart
Duration:00:40:56
Chapter 13 - A Dream Of Armageddon
Duration:00:58:53
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:32