The Wonderful Visit by H. G. Wells
A Fairy Tale of the Nineteenth Century
In this novel, an angel mistakenly lands in a small English village, causing a stir among the local residents with its otherworldly presence and behavior. The angel, characterized by its ethereal beauty and innocence, challenges the villagers' conventional beliefs and prejudices, leading to a series of misunderstandings and conflicts. As the angel interacts with the townspeople, it becomes a catalyst for revealing the hypocrisies and narrow-mindedness of human society. The story explores themes of otherness, the clash between the mundane and the extraordinary, and the limitations of human perception.
The 5011th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1895
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Words
- 45,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 353rd on Fantasy and Horror: A Critical and Historical Guide (Book)