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 a prolific writer, and his works have been adapted for film, television, and radio. He was a socialist and a pacifist, and his works often explored the consequences of scientific and technological advances. Wells was a major influence on the development of science fiction, and his works remain popular today. He is remembered as one of the most influential authors of the 20th century.