“I want to go ahead of Father Time with a scythe of my own.”
Book:The Rights of Man
Quote by H. G. Wells
Work
The Rights of Man
Written by Thomas Paine, this influential work delves into the philosophical underpinnings of human rights and the nature of government, advocating for the rights of man and the ideals of the French Revolution. more
Author
H. G. Wells
H.G. Wells was a prominent English writer known for his science fiction, history, and social commentary. His most famous works include 'The Time Machine,' 'The War of the Worlds,' and 'The Invisible Man.' Born on September 21, 1866, in Bromley, Kent, England, Wells passed away on August 13, 1946. more
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