Herbert George Wells (1866-1946) was an English author, best known for his science fiction works, such as The Time Machine, The War of the Worlds, and The Invisible Man. He was also a prolific writer of non-fiction, including works on history, politics, and social issues. Wells was a pioneer of the science fiction genre, and his works are credited with inspiring many of the themes and concepts that are now commonplace in the genre. He was a vocal advocate for social reform, and his works often explored the consequences of unchecked scientific progress. Wells was a prolific writer, and his works remain popular to this day.