<!DOCTYPE html><html lang="en" dir="ltr"><head> <meta charset="UTF-8" /> <title>The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells | Chillbooks</title> <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1" /> <meta name="description" content="The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells β read by Mark Cassidy, with Warwick Gobleβs original illustrations. Presented by Chillbooks with full subtitles and no background music." /> <style> body { font-family: Arial, system-ui, -apple-system, Segoe UI, Roboto, sans-serif; line-height: 1.8; color: #222; background: #fff; margin: 0; padding: 24px; } h1, h2, h3 { line-height: 1.3; margin: 0 0 12px; } h1 { font-size: 1.6rem; } h2 { font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 20px; } h3 { font-size: 1.1rem; margin-top: 16px; } p { margin: 0 0 12px; } ul { margin: 8px 0 16px 20px; } li { margin: 4px 0; } hr { border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; margin: 20px 0; } .small { font-size: 0.95rem; color: #444; } .legal { font-size: 0.9rem; color: #555; } </style></head><body> <h1>π½ Welcome to Chillbooks β your home for classic audiobooks with full subtitles and calming visuals.</h1> <p class="small"> This is <strong><em>The War of the Worlds</em></strong> by <strong>H. G. Wells</strong>, read by <strong>Mark Cassidy</strong> and enriched by the original illustrations of <strong>Warwick Goble</strong>. Enjoy the story without background music, accompanied by artwork and visuals designed for immersive, focused listening. </p> <hr /> <h2>π About <em>The War of the Worlds</em></h2> <p> First published in 1898, <em>The War of the Worlds</em> is one of the most iconic science fiction novels ever written. It follows a manβs survival journey during a terrifying Martian invasion of Earth. The Martians, with their heat rays and towering war machines, bring humanity to the brink of extinction. </p> <p> More than just an alien invasion story, this novel is a powerful reflection on colonialism, human arrogance, and the fragility of civilization. </p> <h2>βοΈ About H. G. Wells</h2> <p> <strong>Herbert George Wells</strong> (1866β1946) helped shape modern science fiction. Known for visionary works like <em>The Time Machine</em>, <em>The Invisible Man</em>, and <em>The Island of Doctor Moreau</em>, Wells combined scientific imagination with social critique, leaving a lasting legacy on literature and beyond. </p> <h2>πΌοΈ About the Illustrations</h2> <p> This edition features classic illustrations by <strong>Warwick Goble</strong>, known for his ethereal and atmospheric style. His artwork brings the Martians and Victorian setting vividly to life, adding a rich visual layer to the audiobook experience. </p> <h2>ποΈ About the Narration</h2> <p> Narrated by <strong>Mark Cassidy</strong>, this audiobook delivers a calm and clear narration that keeps you engaged while letting the story unfold naturally. Ideal for relaxed, uninterrupted listening. </p> <p>What youβll get:</p> <ul> <li>πΊ Full on-screen subtitles</li> <li>β No background music</li> <li>π¨ Warwick Gobleβs illustrations</li> <li>π§ββοΈ Chill visuals to accompany the reading</li> </ul> <hr /> <h2>β±οΈ Timestamps</h2> <ul> <li>0:00:00 β <em>The War of The Worlds</em> by H. G. Wells</li> <li>0:00:11 β BOOK ONE: THE COMING OF THE MARTIANS</li> <li>0:00:15 β CHAPTER 1: THE EVE OF THE WAR</li> <li>0:13:30 β CHAPTER 2: THE FALLING STAR</li> <li>0:20:50 β CHAPTER 3: ON HORSELL COMMON</li> <li>0:26:27 β CHAPTER 4: THE CYLINDER OPENS</li> <li>0:32:42 β CHAPTER 5: THE HEAT-RAY</li> <li>0:41:06 β CHAPTER 6: THE HEAT-RAY IN THE CHOBHAM ROAD</li> <li>0:45:52 β CHAPTER 7: HOW I REACHED HOME</li> <li>0:53:14 β CHAPTER 8: FRIDAY NIGHT</li> <li>0:58:56 β CHAPTER 9: THE FIGHTING BEGINS</li> <li>1:10:12 β CHAPTER 10: IN THE STORM</li> <li>1:22:33 β CHAPTER 11: AT THE WINDOW</li> <li>1:34:07 β CHAPTER 12: WHAT I SAW OF THE DESTRUCTION OF WEYBRIDGE AND SHEPPERTON</li> <li>1:56:17 β CHAPTER 13: HOW I FELL IN WITH THE CURATE</li> <li>2:06:49 β CHAPTER 14: IN LONDON</li> <li>2:29:19 β CHAPTER 15: WHAT HAD HAPPENED IN SURREY</li> <li>2:46:21 β CHAPTER 16: THE EXODUS FROM LONDON</li> <li>3:11:34 β CHAPTER 17: THE βTHUNDER CHILDβ</li> <li>3:31:26 β BOOK TWO: CHAPTER 1: UNDER FOOT.</li> <li>3:46:35 β CHAPTER 2: WHAT WE SAW FROM THE RUINED HOUSE.</li> <li>4:06:51 β CHAPTER 3: THE DAYS OF IMPRISONMENT.</li> <li>4:18:00 β CHAPTER 4: THE DEATH OF THE CURATE.</li> <li>4:27:12 β CHAPTER 5: THE STILLNESS.</li> <li>4:32:40 β CHAPTER 6: THE WORK OF FIFTEEN DAYS.</li> <li>4:39:53 β CHAPTER 7: THE MAN ON PUTNEY HILL.</li> <li>5:10:49 β CHAPTER 8: DEAD LONDON.</li> <li>5:28:28 β CHAPTER 9: WRECKAGE.</li> <li>5:38:58 β CHAPTER 10: THE EPILOGUE.</li> </ul> <hr /> <h2>π Follow Us</h2> <ul> <li><a href="https://solo.to/chillbooks" target="_blank" rel="noopener">All links (opens in relevant apps)</a></li> <li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6sN19fGxResr0cOr3ihXph" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spotify</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/chillbooks.tv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/chillbookstv" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://facebook.com/chillbooks.tv" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://tiktok.com/@chillbooks.tv" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TikTok</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/Chillbooks" target="_blank" rel="noopener">YouTube</a></li> </ul></body></html>