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Wells, H. G. (Herbert George)
1866
1946
Wells, Herbert George
The Stolen Bacillus and Other Incidents
Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
The stolen bacillus -- The flowering of the strange orchid -- In the Avu observatory -- The triumphs of a taxidermist -- A deal in ostriches -- Through a window -- The temptation of Harringay -- The flying man -- The diamond maker -- Aepyornis Island -- The remarkable case of Davidson's eyes -- The lord of the dynamos -- The Hammerpond Park burglary -- A moth: "Genus novo" -- The treasure in the forest.
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"The Stolen Bacillus and Other Incidents" by H. G. Wells is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories explore various themes, from science and morality to the absurdity of human nature, often with a satirical edge. The opening tale, "The Stolen Bacillus," introduces the idea of a bacteriologist whose research and the consequences of a dangerous knowledge become central to the narrative. The beginning of the collection sets the stage in a laboratory where a bacteriologist is demonstrating the deadly cholera germ to an intrigued but ominous visitor. This visitor turns out to be an Anarchist who becomes fascinated by the potential for destruction held within the bacteriologist's possession. The tense interaction leads to a chase when the Anarchist steals a vial containing the germ, planning to release it into the water supply of London. The bacteriologist's frantic pursuit creates a sense of urgency and chaos, allowing for a commentary on the impacts of reckless ambition and unsanctioned use of scientific discovery. This gripping setup captivates readers, raising questions about ethics in science and the fragility of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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