H.G. Wells - The War in the Air: "Advertising is legalized lying."

The biography explores the life of H.G. Wells, highlighting his transformation from a quiet childhood to one of modern literature's most celebrated figures. After a leg injury led him to discover literature, he became renowned for his science fiction classics like The Time Machine and War of the Worlds, as well as social commentaries such as Kipps. His diverse writing reflects his social beliefs and critiques of religion, while his advocacy for diabetes awareness and political involvement further illustrate his multifaceted legacy. Wells' career spanned significant cultural shifts until his death in 1946.