{"product_id":"the-wheels-of-chance-illustrated-h-g-wells-9784320677838","title":"The Wheels Of Chance (Illustrated)","description":"\u003cp\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e - includes classic-style \u003cstrong\u003eillustrations\u003c\/strong\u003e, a concise story \u003cstrong\u003esummary, \u003c\/strong\u003e an \u003cstrong\u003eauthor biography\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a complete \u003cstrong\u003echaracters list.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFirst published in 1896, \u003cem\u003eThe Wheels of Chance\u003c\/em\u003e is one of H. G. Wells's most charming and underrated novels-a witty, humane, and observant portrait of late Victorian England seen through the eyes of ordinary people.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe story follows Mr. Hoopdriver, a timid and overworked draper's assistant, who embarks on a modest cycling holiday in hopes of escape and self-discovery. Along the way, a chance meeting with a young woman traveling under the name \"Miss Smith\" transforms his journey into an unexpected adventure filled with social comedy, quiet rebellion, and personal awakening. As their paths intertwine, Wells gently explores class divisions, romantic idealism, and the desire for freedom in a rapidly changing world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike his more famous scientific romances, \u003cem\u003eThe Wheels of Chance\u003c\/em\u003e is a realistic and humorous novel, rich in character and social insight. Wells combines light satire with deep sympathy for his characters, capturing the anxieties and aspirations of the lower middle class with remarkable warmth and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis illustrated edition enhances the reading experience with carefully selected artwork, a helpful summary for modern readers, an informative author biography, and a detailed list of characters-making it an ideal choice for both first-time readers and admirers of classic literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA delightful blend of comedy, romance, and social observation, \u003cem\u003eThe Wheels of Chance\u003c\/em\u003e remains a timeless exploration of chance encounters and the quiet courage it takes to step beyond one's ordinary life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e H. G. Wells\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 4320677838\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9784320677838\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Micheal Smith\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/18\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 268\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.69lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.56d","brand":"H. G. Wells","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48517079662847,"sku":"9784320677838","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_da8255d1-d7f8-4b6e-8278-111e8a7dd47c.jpg?v=1778729761","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-wheels-of-chance-illustrated-h-g-wells-9784320677838","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}