Anticipations - Of the Reaction of Mechanical and Scientific Progress upon Human life and Thought

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Focusing on predictions about future technology and social dynamics, the book provides a unique perspective on the 20th century's advancements, including accurate foresights like cars and aerial combat, alongside flawed predictions such as submarines. H.G. Wells reflects on the world’s less appealing traits and the societal progress that shapes it. This volume appeals to fans of Wells and those interested in early 20th-century thought, enhanced by a new biography of the author in this modern edition.