The War of the Worlds

Wells, H.G.

ISBN 10: 1434207579 ISBN 13: 9781434207579

Publisher: Stone Arch Books, 2008

Synopsis

In the late 19th century, a cylinder crashes down near London.  When George investigates, a Martian activates an evil machine and begins destroying everything in its path!  George must find a way to survive a War of the Worlds. These reader-favorite tiles are now updated for enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion and writing prompts developed by a Common Core expert, an expanded introduction, bolded glossary words and dynamic new covers.

About this title

About the Author:

Herbert George Wells was born on September 21, 1866, in England. At age 7, he suffered a broken leg. While resting his injury, Wells started reading books. As he grew older, he continued to enjoy reading and school. At 14, young Wells quit school to help his struggling family. Fortunately, he received a scholarship in 1883 and began studying science at a school in London. Soon after, Wells started writing. Some of his works, like The War of the Worlds, combine his love for storytelling and science.

Review:

This 26-title set features dynamic comic-style art and abridged retellings of both myths and literature classics. Titles include The Jungle Book, The Wizard of Oz, Pinocchio, and Alice in Wonderland (all 2010), among others. --Book Links

About this edition

• Publisher: Stone Arch Books
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1434207579
• ISBN 13: 9781434207579
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 72
• Illustrator: Jose Alfonso Ocampo Ruiz