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Since its inception in 1869, Nature has been a leading English-language science journal, prominently featuring H. G. Wells for over fifty years. In this collection, John S. Partington compiles all of Wells's writings in Nature, reviews of his works, and related reportage, creating a comprehensive overview of his engagement with the journal. Additionally, Partington includes the responses these essays and reviews elicited, offering a contextualized history of Wells's reception. Spanning from Wells's first review in 1893 to his obituary in 1946, this volume presents a captivating exploration of his ideas as interpreted through Nature. No other journal showcased Wells as consistently, with contributions from notable thinkers such as Richard Gregory, E. Ray Lankester, J. S. Haldane, and Hilaire Belloc, highlighting Nature's significant influence on shaping perceptions of Wells's work. Partington's tightly-packed volume not only gathers Wells's contributions but also the reactions and reviews, along with other references to his name. An insightful introduction and thorough commentaries provide clarity on the discussions and debates surrounding Wells's contributions, enhancing the understanding of his impact in the scientific community.
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H. G. Wells in Nature, 1893 - 1946, John S. Partington
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