World Set Free

The World Set Free, published in 1914 by H. G. Wells, is a prophetic novel that anticipates the development of nuclear weapons. It explores the impact of energy and technological advancement on human progress, a recurring theme in Wells's work. The narrative begins with the assertion that humanity's history is defined by the pursuit of external power, reflecting contemporary scientific understanding of radioactive decay and energy release. This novel is notable for its foresight regarding the consequences of nuclear energy.