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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

Love and Mr. Lewisham

by H. G. Wells
Aggregate Editorial Score40/100
#624of 99,626 books
Kirkus Reviews
Published 1899English
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About This Book

H. G. Wells's Love and Mr. Lewisham (1899) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. A celebrated work of literary fiction, Love and Mr. Lewisham by H. G. Wells (1899) offers an unflinching examination of the human condition.

Book Details

AuthorH. G. Wells
Published1899
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score40/100
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Country of Origin

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Editorial Assessment

Love and Mr. Lewisham by H. G. Wells sits within the tradition of literary fiction that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1899 in United Kingdom, it engages with the human condition in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Its aggregate editorial score of 40/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. The appeal of Love and Mr. Lewisham lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Within United Kingdom's literary landscape, H. G. Wells occupies a significant position. Love and Mr. Lewisham is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
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.

Awards & Recognition

Kirkus Reviews
notable · national
189940
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About the Author
H. G. Wells
United Kingdom
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H.G. Wells is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of science fiction.

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Love and Mr. Lewisham was written by H. G. Wells, first published in 1899. H. G. Wells is recognized as a significant author in the field of literary fiction.

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