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The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells | Chillbooks

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This is The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells, read by Mark Cassidy and enriched by the original illustrations of Warwick Goble. Enjoy the story without background music, accompanied by artwork and visuals designed for immersive, focused listening.

📘 About The War of the Worlds

First published in 1898, The War of the Worlds is one of the most iconic science fiction novels ever written. It follows a man’s survival journey during a terrifying Martian invasion of Earth. The Martians, with their heat rays and towering war machines, bring humanity to the brink of extinction.

More than just an alien invasion story, this novel is a powerful reflection on colonialism, human arrogance, and the fragility of civilization.

✍️ About H. G. Wells

Herbert George Wells (1866–1946) helped shape modern science fiction. Known for visionary works like The Time Machine, The Invisible Man, and The Island of Doctor Moreau, Wells combined scientific imagination with social critique, leaving a lasting legacy on literature and beyond.

🖼️ About the Illustrations

This edition features classic illustrations by Warwick Goble, known for his ethereal and atmospheric style. His artwork brings the Martians and Victorian setting vividly to life, adding a rich visual layer to the audiobook experience.

🎙️ About the Narration

Narrated by Mark Cassidy, this audiobook delivers a calm and clear narration that keeps you engaged while letting the story unfold naturally. Ideal for relaxed, uninterrupted listening.

What you’ll get:

📺 Full on-screen subtitles
❌ No background music
🎨 Warwick Goble’s illustrations
🧘‍♂️ Chill visuals to accompany the reading

⏱️ Timestamps

0:00:00 — The War of The Worlds by H. G. Wells
0:00:11 — BOOK ONE: THE COMING OF THE MARTIANS
0:00:15 — CHAPTER 1: THE EVE OF THE WAR
0:13:30 — CHAPTER 2: THE FALLING STAR
0:20:50 — CHAPTER 3: ON HORSELL COMMON
0:26:27 — CHAPTER 4: THE CYLINDER OPENS
0:32:42 — CHAPTER 5: THE HEAT-RAY
0:41:06 — CHAPTER 6: THE HEAT-RAY IN THE CHOBHAM ROAD
0:45:52 — CHAPTER 7: HOW I REACHED HOME
0:53:14 — CHAPTER 8: FRIDAY NIGHT
0:58:56 — CHAPTER 9: THE FIGHTING BEGINS
1:10:12 — CHAPTER 10: IN THE STORM
1:22:33 — CHAPTER 11: AT THE WINDOW
1:34:07 — CHAPTER 12: WHAT I SAW OF THE DESTRUCTION OF WEYBRIDGE AND SHEPPERTON
1:56:17 — CHAPTER 13: HOW I FELL IN WITH THE CURATE
2:06:49 — CHAPTER 14: IN LONDON
2:29:19 — CHAPTER 15: WHAT HAD HAPPENED IN SURREY
2:46:21 — CHAPTER 16: THE EXODUS FROM LONDON
3:11:34 — CHAPTER 17: THE “THUNDER CHILD”
3:31:26 — BOOK TWO: CHAPTER 1: UNDER FOOT.
3:46:35 — CHAPTER 2: WHAT WE SAW FROM THE RUINED HOUSE.
4:06:51 — CHAPTER 3: THE DAYS OF IMPRISONMENT.
4:18:00 — CHAPTER 4: THE DEATH OF THE CURATE.
4:27:12 — CHAPTER 5: THE STILLNESS.
4:32:40 — CHAPTER 6: THE WORK OF FIFTEEN DAYS.
4:39:53 — CHAPTER 7: THE MAN ON PUTNEY HILL.
5:10:49 — CHAPTER 8: DEAD LONDON.
5:28:28 — CHAPTER 9: WRECKAGE.
5:38:58 — CHAPTER 10: THE EPILOGUE.

The War of The Worlds by H. G. Wells

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