Kipps
by H. G. Wells
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Kipps by H. G. Wells is a humorous yet sympathetic novel about social class, ambition, and personal identity in Edwardian England. The story follows Arthur “Artie” Kipps, a modest and good-natured draper’s apprentice raised by an aunt and uncle after being orphaned as a child. His quiet, predictable life changes dramatically when he unexpectedly inherits a large fortune.
Suddenly wealthy, Kipps attempts to rise into the middle class, adopting new manners, education, and social expectations. However, he finds the world of polite society confusing and uncomfortable, and he becomes entangled with people who seek to shape him into something he is not. As Kipps struggles with etiquette, romance, and financial decisions, the novel gently satirizes rigid class distinctions and the pressures of social mobility.
Through Kipps’s missteps and growth, Wells presents a warm and often comic portrait of an ordinary young man trying to find happiness and authenticity. Ultimately, the novel celebrates simplicity, sincerity, and the idea that contentment often lies outside society’s expectations of success.
Quote from the book—
“Room to swing a cat, it seemed was absolutely essential. It was an infrequent but indispensable operation.”
― H.G. Wells, Kipps
Dive into the timeless world of 'Kipps' by H.G. Wells. Follow the captivating journey of Arthur Kipps as he navigates sudden fortune and social change in Edwardian England. This digital edition brings classic storytelling to your device, perfect for lovers of historical fiction and literary masterpieces.
Also available in paperback.
H. G. Wells (1866–1946) was an English writer best known as one of the founders of modern science fiction. Born in Bromley, Kent, he came from modest circumstances and won a scholarship to study biology under Thomas Henry Huxley, whose evolutionary ideas deeply influenced his thinking. Wells first achieved fame with a series of imaginative scientific romances, including The Time Machine, The Invisible Man, and The War of the Worlds. Beyond science fiction, Wells wrote novels of social realism, political commentary, and utopian speculation. He was a committed socialist for much of his life and believed literature could help shape a better, more rational world order. His works often explore class conflict, scientific responsibility, and the future of humanity.
