H.G. Wells' 'War of the Worlds,' published in 1898, captivated audiences and inspired numerous adaptations, including Orson Welles' infamous 1938 radio play. The play sparked public alarm, highlighting the emotional power of Wells' narrative during a time of societal anxiety. Additionally, in 1906, illustrator Henrique Alvim Corrêa produced illustrations praised by Wells, enhancing the novel's apocalyptic themes. These adaptations and interpretations have contributed to the enduring legacy of the story, maintaining its relevance in various cultural contexts and mediums over the decades.
"I'm extremely surprised to learn that a story, which has become familiar to children through the medium of comic strips and many succeeding and adventure stories, should have had such an immediate and profound effect upon radio listeners."
"Alvim Correira did more for my work with his brush than I with my pen."
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