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| Author | H. G. Wells |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Science fiction, fantasy |
| Published | 1897 (Methuen & Co.) |
| Media type | Print (hardback) |
| Pages | 301 [1] |
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