Description
The awe-inspiring follow up to The War of the Worlds, which expands H.G. Wells' classic story while remaining true to his vision,/h3>
It has been 14 years since the Martians invaded England. The world has moved on, always watching the skies but content that we know how to defeat the Martian menace. Machinery looted from the abandoned capsules and war-machines has led to technological leaps forward. The Martians are vulnerable to earth germs. The Army is prepared.
So when the signs of launches on Mars are seen, there seems little reason to worry. Unless you listen to one man, Walter Jenkins, the narrator of Wells' book. He is sure that the Martians have learned, adapted, understood their defeat.
He is right.
Thrust into the chaos of a new invasion, a journalist - sister-in-law to Walter Jenkins - must survive, escape and report on the war.
The Massacre of Mankind has begun.
Read what everyone is saying about The Massacre of Mankind:
'I'm pleased to say [Stephen Baxter] has done a great job of expanding on H.G. Wells' original story . . . makes the Martians' return feel like a genuinely global event' Goodreads reviewer,
'[Baxter's] love and respect for the original shines throughout and without spoiling any of the epic storyline, he takes the storyline to dizzying new heights' Goodreads reviewer,
'[A] smart and authentic sequel. It is a major accomplishment which honours the original, and I highly recommend it' Goodreads reviewer,
'What a sequel! Hats off to Baxter for this incredible official follow-up to HG Wells' classic 'War of the Worlds'. A masterpiece!! As haunting and brilliant as the first' Goodreads reviewer,
'Baxter has a brilliant scientific mind and a vivid writing style, which makes this masterpiece all the more special' Goodreads reviewer,
'A very cleverly thought out sequel to Wells' original, expanding on the ideas of that book, but remaining true to the original' Goodreads reviewer,
The War of the Worlds, the best alien invasion novel ever written, gets a superb sequel from the man who knows Wells' work best, the author of the official sequel to The Time Machine.
About the Author
Stephen Baxter is the pre-eminent SF writer of his generation. With Terry Pratchett he has co-authored the Long Earth novels. Published around the world he has also won major awards in the UK, US, Germany, and Japan. Born in 1957 he has degrees from Cambridge and Southampton. He lives in Northumberland with his wife.
Visit Stephen Baxter's website at www.stephen-baxter.com.
Reviews
Stephen Baxter is arguably Wells's current representative on Earth. * BBC INSIDE SCIENCE, RADIO 4 *
Stephen Baxter, a bright star in the British firmament of science fiction. * THE TIMES *
I can't think of another living writer more deserving of the "official heir of Wells" tag than Baxter. * GUARDIAN *
Admirers of Wells will find much to like in this affectionate and entertaining tribute. * THE DAILY TELEGRAPH *
Baxter has cleverly extrapolated Wells' themes and incorporates scientific theories of the day. * FINANCIAL TIMES *
An ingenious work by a perceptive admirer. * TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT *
It's exciting, tense, and more than big and clever enough to be something of a triumph. * SFX *
A welcome expansion of the War Of The Worlds story, and one that delights. * SCIFINOW *
A novel that's both an audacious exercise in alternative history... and a hugely exciting adventure. * SFX *
A Terrific, powerful, hugely-readable novel. * STARBURST *
Massacre is a well thought out and worthy extension of War. * THE BOOK BAG *
The Shade of Wells must be applauding. * THE WALL STREET JOURNAL *
An enjoyable novel which captures the style and flavour of the original. * THE SOCIALIST WORKER *
Book Information
ISBN 9781473205116
Author Stephen Baxter
Format Paperback
Page Count 480
Imprint Gollancz
Publisher Orion Publishing Co
Weight(grams) 340g
Dimensions(mm) 196mm * 128mm * 36mm
