Classics Reimagined, The Time Machine (Classics Reimagined)

by H.G. Wells

Alessandro Lecis (Illustrator) and Alessandra Panzeri (Illustrator)

Retold with stunning modern illustrations by the artist team Ale + Ale, The Time Machine is a masterpiece of invention and storytelling from the father of science fiction, H. G. Wells.

In this unabridged classic, the time-traveling protagonist is propelled by his machine to the distant year of 802,701 AD. To his horror, he finds only a decaying Earth that is being gradually swallowed by the Sun, and where two strange species—the delicate Eloi and the fierce, subterranean Morlocks—inhabit an eerie dystopia. The Time Machine is a must-read for any science-fiction fan.

The collage illustrations enhance the story through vivid imagery and detail. Key passages of the book are highlighted in eye-catching typography, further enriching the experience for new readers and those familiar with this masterwork.

The Classics Reimagined series is a library of stunning collector's editions of unabridged classic novels illustrated by contemporary artists from around the world. Each artist offers his or her own unique, visual interpretation of the most well-loved, widely read, and avidly collected literature from renowned authors. From Frankenstein to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and from Jane Austen to Edgar Allan Poe, collect every beautiful volume.

• ISBN13: 9781631597282
• Publish Date: 16 May 2019 (first published 14 May 2019)
• Publish Status: Out of Print
• Out of Print: 8 October 2022
• Publish Country: US
• Imprint: Rockport Publishers Inc.
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 208
• Language: English

Reviews

[annieb123]

Originally published on my blog: Nonstop Reader.

Classics Reimagined, The Time Machine is an unabridged reprinting and reformatting of the classic by H.G. Wells with gorgeous new illustrations by Alessandro Lecis and Alessandra Panzeri of Ale + Ale studio. Released 14th May 2019 by Quarto on their Rockport imprint, it's 208 pages and available in hardback and ebook formats.

Besides being important for its historical and cultural significance, The Time Machine is a cool story and worth a re-read every once in a while. This unabridged print edition is beautifully enhanced by the inclusion of the multimedia collage illustrations (see cover art). I spent a lot of time just looking at them. They're detailed, colorful, and expertly rendered.

The hardback edition would make a superlative gift, library selection, etc. The ebook version would make a nice addition to the basic classics home library.

Lovely work. Five stars.

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.