Overview
The Wheels of Chance: A Bicycling Idyll is a novel written by H.G. Wells and published in 1913. The story follows the adventures of a draper's assistant named Hoopdriver who decides to take a cycling holiday in the English countryside. Along the way, he encounters a young woman named Jessie who is also on a cycling holiday. The two of them embark on a journey together, encountering various characters and situations that test their resolve and bring them closer together. The novel is a humorous and satirical commentary on the social mores and class distinctions of early 20th century England. It also explores themes of freedom, individualism, and the joys of outdoor recreation. The Wheels of Chance is considered one of Wells' lesser-known works, but it remains a charming and entertaining read for anyone interested in cycling, adventure, and social commentary from a bygone era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781164098393
- ISBN-10: 116409839X
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.72 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.02 pounds
- Page Count: 346
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