Book Report: The War of the Worlds One of the most well known books written by H.G. Wells, The War of the Worlds, is more than just a very good work of science fiction. Not only does it show how weak man might be in the event of an alien invasion, but also symbolically it reflects how the white European men have regarded those of "inferior" races. In this case the aliens would be …
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…the reader feel the intense fear that would be felt in such a situation as an alien invasion. The plot conveys the events and symbolizes actual happenings. Underlying the plot is setting, which helps to concentrate all of the actions into one place. Whether read for its underlying theme about humanity or for its graphic description of an alien invasion, The War of the Worlds is a novel that would be enjoyed by nearly anyone.