Here is the archetypal time travel story, the progenitor of so many later science fiction works. But unlike other writers, who get caught up in metaphysical issues—what happens if I go back in time and murder my great-grandfather?—Wells just plunges into the adventure. His traveler jumps off to the year 802,701, fights for love and honor, and manages to…
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