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The Passionate Friends by H.G. Wells is a novel that delves into the complexities of love, marriage, and personal freedom. The story is narrated by Stephen Stratton, who reflects on his lifelong, unfulfilled love for Mary, a woman married to another man. As Stephen grapples with his feelings and the societal constraints that keep them apart, Wells explores themes of emotional conflict, the nature of relationships, and the pursuit of individual happiness versus social expectations. This poignant novel offers a deep examination of the tensions between personal desires and the moral standards of the time.…mehr

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The Passionate Friends by H.G. Wells is a novel that delves into the complexities of love, marriage, and personal freedom. The story is narrated by Stephen Stratton, who reflects on his lifelong, unfulfilled love for Mary, a woman married to another man. As Stephen grapples with his feelings and the societal constraints that keep them apart, Wells explores themes of emotional conflict, the nature of relationships, and the pursuit of individual happiness versus social expectations. This poignant novel offers a deep examination of the tensions between personal desires and the moral standards of the time.
Autorenporträt
Herbert George Wells was an influential English writer, best known for his works in science fiction, though his prolific output spanned various genres, including history, social commentary, politics, and autobiography. Born on September 21, 1866, in Bromley, London, Wells attended the Normal School of Science in London, where he studied biology under Thomas Henry Huxley. Wells initially worked as a teacher and journalist before turning to writing full time. Over his career, he penned more than fifty novels, along with numerous short stories and non-fiction works. His early works, such as "The Time Machine,The War of the Worlds," and "The Invisible Man," helped establish him as one of the pioneers of modern science fiction. He also explored themes of social justice, the possibilities of science and technology, and the complexities of human nature in works like "The History of Mr. Polly" and "The Shape of Things to Come." Throughout his life, Wells engaged in political and philosophical discourse, influenced by thinkers like Mark Twain and Plato. He died on August 13, 1946, in London, leaving behind a legacy that shaped the development of speculative fiction and continued to inspire future generations of writers and thinkers.