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Herbert George Wells (1866 - 1946), writer, historian, best known for his science fiction
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Herbert George Wells (1866 - 1946), writer, historian, best known for his science fiction
Herbert George Wells (1866 - 1946), writer, historian, best known for his science fiction novels. Pictured in his study at his home, Spade House, Sandgate, part of a long running series in The Tatler showing well known writers in their homes. Date: 1902
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Herbert George Wells (1866-1946), a prolific English writer and historian, is best known for his groundbreaking science fiction novels that continue to captivate readers a century after they were first published. In this photograph, taken in January 1902 for The Tatler, Wells is seen in his study at his home, Spade House, in Sandgate. The Edwardian-era room is filled with the warmth of natural light filtering through the curtains, casting a soft glow on the author's cluttered yet inviting workspace. Wells' desk, positioned near the window, is strewn with papers, inkwells, and an open book. A revolving bookcase behind him is filled with an impressive collection of volumes, a testament to his insatiable curiosity and vast knowledge. The room's decor is a reflection of the eclectic and innovative spirit of the man himself, with an assortment of artifacts, knick-knacks, and curiosities adorning the shelves and surfaces. Wells' study is a sanctuary, a place where he could retreat to explore the depths of his imagination and bring to life the fantastical worlds and ideas that would come to define his literary legacy. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the private space of a literary giant, providing a window into the mind of a man who was not only a master storyteller but also a keen observer of the world around him.
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