The Undying Fire: A contemporary novel
Published in 1919, 'The Undying Fire' by H.G. Wells is a contemporary retelling of the Biblical Book of Job. The novel follows Job Huss, a schoolmaster whose life unravels due to a series of tragedies, including a school epidemic, fatal accidents, and his son's death in war, compounded by his own cancer diagnosis. As he faces dismissal from his position, Huss engages in philosophical debates about humanity's divine potential, exploring themes of suffering and resilience in the face of adversity.
