Herbert George Wells (1866–1946) was a pioneering English writer best known for his science fiction novels and influential social commentary. Born in Kent, England, he initially trained as a teacher before studying biology under Thomas Huxley, which shaped his scientific worldview. Wells began his literary career as a journalist and quickly gained prominence with speculative fiction that explored futuristic and philosophical ideas. His early works, including The Time Machine (1895), The Invisible Man (1897), and The War of the Worlds (1898), laid the foundations of modern science fiction.
A prolific author, Wells also wrote realist novels, political treatises, and social critiques that addressed issues such as class, education, and technology. Throughout his life, he remained committed to scientific progress and social reform. Wells died in London in 1946, leaving behind a vast body of work that continues to influence literature and popular culture.
