An abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling of the sci-fi classic part of the bestselling Classic Starts reg series that has sold more than 8 million copies H. G. Wells, a revolutionary science fiction writer and the author of The Time Machine, dazzles in this sci-fi classic about Martians invading Earth. One of the first stories to imagine a war between humankind and extraterrestrials, The War of the Worlds is an adventure that has inspired artists and scientists since it was first published. The Classic Starts reg series has sold more than 8 million copies since it launched in 2004. These abridged, kid friendly editions are the perfect way to introduce beloved stories to the next generation. Each book includes discussion questions by early childhood educator Arthur Prober,