The War of the Worlds by H. G Wells (1898) is a great story but a challenging text for new readers. These study materials use text, audio, presentations & worksheets to establish the central narrative and the key themes.

2. The Falling Star

  • Summary - The scientist, Ogilvy, discovers the ‘falling star’ near Woking.
  • Audio - condensed description of what Ogilvy witnesses.
  • Free Resource - The Eve of War - powerpoint with audio extracts.