Eminent British writer (1866–1946) who pioneered the science fiction genre with such classic novels as The Time Machine, War of the Worlds, and The Invisible Man. Signed book: Babes in the Darkling Wood. First American edition, second printing. New York: Alliance Book Company, 1940. Hardcover with dustjacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 410 pages. Signed in fountain pen on the half-title page. Chipping and tearing to jacket, otherwise fine, clean condition. R&R COA.
