The Philosophical Implications of Human Progress in H.G. Wells' 'The Time Machine'

This chapter analyzes the philosophical themes in H.G. Wells' 'The Time Machine,' focusing on human evolution and societal progress through the lens of literary influences. It highlights the contrast between the Eloi and Morlocks, questioning the validity of progress when intellectual pursuits and base instincts become increasingly disconnected.

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