Religion & Spirituality· United Kingdom
First and Last Things
by H. G. WellsAggregate Editorial Score35/100
#11,414of 99,626 books
Publishers Weekly
Published 1908English
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Few works of religion & spirituality have earned the sustained critical attention that First and Last Things (1908) by H. G. Wells continues to receive. Published in 1908, First and Last Things by H. G. Wells is a profound exploration of religion and spirituality that speaks to readers across traditions.
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🕊️ Religion & Spirituality
Sacred texts, theology, and explorations of the spiritual life.
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H. G. Wells published First and Last Things in 1908, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of religion & spirituality from United Kingdom. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation.
With an editorial score of 35/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys.
What distinguishes First and Last Things is how it handles its central concerns — the human condition — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it.
First and Last Things reflects H. G. Wells's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with United Kingdom's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
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Publishers Weekly
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190835
H.G. Wells is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of science fiction.
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