The Invasion of 1910, with a Full Account of the Siege of London
1906
The Invasion of 1910, with a Full Account of the Siege of London
1906
British Literature, Science-Fiction & Fantasy
The Invasion of 1910, written by William Le Queux and first published in 1906, is a historical fiction novel that imagines a German invasion of England. The narrative follows sub-editors Fergusson and Baines as they uncover the chaos of a military attack on London, highlighting Britain's unpreparedness for war. This work is notable for its exploration of the anxieties surrounding military conflict and national defense during a time of rising tensions between Germany and Britain, and it was serialized in the Daily Mail, reflecting contemporary fears of invasion.
