The First Men in the Moon

Another H.G. Wells classic sci fi.

• The novel tells the story of a journey to the moon by the impecunious businessman Mr.
• Bedford and the brilliant but eccentric scientist Dr.
• Cavor.

Bedford bankrupt businessman who is making a comeback by writing a play, through a series of circumstances, teams up with Professor Cavor a recluse scientist who does not realize his own potential. Together they build a contraption, sphere, that can cut off gravity waves.

• Once on the moon Bedford and Cavor find that they are not alone.
• After a few adventures they are detained by the Moonies referred to mostly in this story as Selenites.
• Will they be able to make it back to Earth and warn the people of the strange creatures?
• Or will they be caught and who knows what may happen to them in the long run.

The novel can also be read as a critique of prevailing political opinions from the turn of the century, particularly of imperialism.