The War of the Worlds

by

H. G. Wells

First published: 1898

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Table of Contents

Literary Elements
• Setting
• List of Characters
• Conflict
• Short Summary (Synopsis)
• Themes
• Mood
• Background Information-Biography
• Literary/Historical Information

Chapter Summaries with Notes
Book One: The Coming of the Martians
• Chapter One
• Chapter Two
• Chapter Three
• Chapter Four
• Chapter Five
• Chapter Six
• Chapter Seven
• Chapter Eight
• Chapter Nine
• Chapter Ten
• Chapter Eleven
• Chapter Twelve
• Chapter Thirteen
• Chapter Fourteen
• Chapter Fifteen
• Chapter Sixteen
• Chapter Seventeen

Book Two: The Earth Under the Martians

• Chapter One
• Chapter Two
• Chapter Three
• Chapter Four
• Chapter Five
• Chapter Six
• Chapter Seven
• Chapter Eight
• Chapter Nine
• Chapter Ten

Overall Analyses
• Character Analysis
• Plot Structure Analysis
• Themes Analysis
• Point of View
• Hidden Meanings/Allusions
• Use of Language/Vocabulary
• Important Quotations/Quotes
• Symbolism/Motifs/Imagery/Symbols
• Important/Key Facts Summary

Questions
• Vocabulary List
• Study Questions/Multiple-Choice Quiz
• Answer Key
• Essay Topics - Book Report Ideas