Embark on a charmingly cerebral journey through time with our latest episode from Sleep with Classic Books. This voyage is guided by H.G. Wells' trail-blazing masterpiece, The Time Machine. Adventure intertwines with reflection, as late Victorian marvels meet the audacious prospect of time travel. As the clock strikes midnight, we venture far from the confines of hours and minutes, inviting you to traverse millennia under the veil of sleep. This novella is more than mere escapism; it’s a philosophical interplay, as skillfully inquisitive as it is delightfully imaginative. Close your eyes, tune in, and let your sleep whisked away by Wells' The Time Machine tale. This episode is hosted by Abigail Johnson. Check out more of our shows and get your free trial of Whisper Premium: www.whisper.fm Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/channel/whisper-fm/id6466174594 Whisper.fm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whisper_fm
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