The First Men in the Moon is by H.G. Wells. The classic science fiction tale of the first trip to the moon. When the brilliant Dr. Cavor teams up with the poor industrialist, Mr. Bedford, they use the discovery of Cavorite to build a sphere which allows them to travel to the moon, Once there, they discover an insect-like race of aliens and must find a way to return to Earth. Influenced C.S. Lewis's book Out of the Silent Planet, traces of Wells' tale can be found throughout the book.
Ratings: 9th grade - 8 out of 10.
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