Project Gutenberg 2008-11-30 Public domain in the USA. 1064 Wells, H. G. (Herbert George) 1866 1946 Wells, Herbert George Tales of Space and Time Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tales_of_Space_and_Time The crystal egg -- The star -- A story of the stone age -- A story of the days to come -- The man who could work miracles. Produced by Chris Curnow, Lindy Walsh, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Tales of Space and Time" by H. G. Wells is a collection of speculative fiction stories written in the late 19th century. This anthology explores themes of science fiction and fantasy, encompassing various narratives that imagine different realities, including explorations of time travel, alien worlds, and the human condition. One of the initial stories, "The Crystal Egg," introduces the character of Mr. Cave, a naturalist and antiquities dealer, who encounters a mysterious crystal egg, igniting a series of fantastical visions that bridge his world with an enigmatic landscape beyond. The opening of the collection begins with the story "The Crystal Egg," setting the stage for a blend of ordinary life and extraordinary phenomena. Mr. Cave is depicted as a cautious shopkeeper who becomes embroiled in a peculiar situation involving a shining crystal egg that captivates the interest of two customers. As negotiations ensue, tensions rise regarding the egg's true value and its mysterious properties. The story unfolds with Mr. Cave's secretive fascination with the crystal, which leads him to experience surreal visions of a strange, lush world and its inhabitants, suggesting deeper connections between his reality and an alien landscape. Ultimately, the narrative hints at profound themes regarding discovery, perception, and the intersection of worlds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). 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