The War of the Worlds (Abridged) Audiobook

" Science Fiction is so much more fun set in the past. Top Hats and Horse Carts versus Blood Drinking Aliens = Amazing. Quite seriously, that this was written in the late 19th Century is astounding, it seems such a wholly modern novel. "

" I did not enjoy this story as it developed very slowly and you could predict the ending very early. The story was probably for people that had a low reading level and that enjoy simple and easy mysteries. I almost could not finish the book, it was that bad. "

" One of my personal favorite sci-fi novels. I don't remember the exact dates that I read this, I read it back in 5th grade. It absolutely grabbed me as a kid and THIS is the reason I read novels in the first place. This novel made me appreciate classic literature and hooked me on sci-fi. "

" This book stands out in my mind as the biggest disappointment EVER. I can't think of another book I tried so hard to love but couldn't.. I even tried the audio and was bored to tears. I gave it my all and still don't like it "

" I personally had a hard time getting into this one. I thought the writing was a little drab. It is still very easy to see Wells' brilliance though. Would recommend, especially to young adults. "

" the war of the world is about a orbite that fall out the sky and monster start to come out and every body started to run and then he saw alot of people going toward the monster the lead of the people was in front with a flag going back and fourth so the people made the monsters leave "

" Great story told by one of my favorites, Wells. this would be my first of H.G's classics and I believe it was done wonderfully. He answered a question that would always make me question science fiction movies forever.....Timothy~ "

" English is not my native language which made this a bit hard to read due to it's more old english. But the book was very goodand if it was not for some words i would have been gone from this world into the book "

" Entertaining, but I maintain that the end is a cop-out. "

" Expected a thriller. Fell asleep. "

" Why can't I give it 6 stars! "

" Really enjoyed this book. Definitely worth reading if you haven't ever read it! It's a science fiction classic. "

" At first it seemed rather thin(both in character and content), but when you think about it in terms of when it was published, you realise it is and probably was the shit. "

" One of the classics of Sci-Fi and a must read! "

" I am amazed at Wells' creativity. It may be a bit cliche now but it is still a brilliant read. "

" A visionary piece of gothic fiction, with clever commentary on the Victorian imperialism, and the future evolution of mankind. "

" Audiobook. Didn't like the narrator very much: James Spencer. Rather monotone. "

" Like his other works, this is social commentary shrouded in science fiction. Much more likable protagonist than Verne's Axel, but tells a similar tale of late 19th century civilization. "

" Crazy and Martian spectacular. I am becoming a fan of British Victorian prose. :) "

" Still thrilling, even after all of the various movie versions. "

" This is a great classic science fiction book. I recomend it to anyone who likes these type of books or movies. "

" Again, I like the writing style of HG wells. I enjoy classic science fiction or. "scientific romance." as he used to call it. "

" If only they would film what Wells wrote!! Sigh. "

" Just the most amazing book ever. "

" It's been ages since I last read this. The original would be a tough read for some of my students because of the outdated British language, but the plot fascinates, as ever. "

" I good read if you enjoy the pre 1900 literary style "

" I'm sorry, I know this is an ancient book and the idea must have been quite an innovation back then (and I applaud Wells for it), but for a person who chooses to read it two centuries later, this book was just.. meh. Disliked it. "

" Brilliant, tight and prescient. Wells is working about 3 themes right on top of each other. He makes us the rabbits, the ants, the colonized and is able to explore not just themes of technology and evolution, but colonialism and imperialism. "