Herbert George Wells (1866-1946) was an English author and a pioneer of science fiction. He wrote over 100 books, including The Time Machine, The War of the Worlds, and The Invisible Man. Wells was born in Bromley, Kent, and was educated at the Normal School of Science in London. He began his writing career as a journalist, and his first novel, The Time Machine, was published in 1895. Wells was a prolific writer, and his works often explored the possibilities of science and technology. He wrote about the future, and his stories often featured themes of social justice and human progress. He was a socialist and a pacifist, and his works often reflected his political views. He was also a futurist, and his works often predicted the development of technology and society. Wells was a major influence on the science fiction genre, and his works have been adapted into films, television shows, and radio programs. He is considered one of the most influential science fiction writers of all time, and his works continue to be read and enjoyed by readers around the world.