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    Mr. Belloc Objects to "The Outline of History"
    Mr. Belloc Objects to "The Outline of History"
    Mr. Belloc Objects to "The Outline of History"
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    Mr. Belloc Objects to "The Outline of History"

    By H. G. Wells

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    Mr. Belloc's Objects to "The Outline of History" is a short book written by British novelist H. G. The book is a response to historian Hilaire Belloc's criticism of Wells' book. Belloc's "A Companion to Mr. Wells' "Outline of History" is a critique of Wells' earlier historical textbook, "The Outline of History." Belloc, a devout Roman Catholic, was offended by Wells' treatment of Christianity in The Outline.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherGood Press
    Release dateNov 9, 2021
    ISBN4066338099235
    Mr. Belloc Objects to "The Outline of History"
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    H. G. Wells

    H.G. Wells is considered by many to be the father of science fiction. He was the author of numerous classics such as The Invisible Man, The Time Machine, The Island of Dr. Moreau, The War of the Worlds, and many more. 

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