The War of the Worlds

H. G. Wells

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The War of the Worlds

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Kaplan SAT Score-Raising Classic

by H. G. Wells

Reading Level 8 12ME Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

An alien invasion unlike any other will challenge everything you thought you knew about Earth. Martians with deadly machines arrive, changing the world forever—and only the bravest will survive. But why did they come, and can anyone stop them before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

This edition of H.G. Wells' classic science fiction novel 'The War of the Worlds' presents the full story of a Martian invasion on Earth, aimed at young adult readers ages 13 to 18. It is enhanced with SAT vocabulary support, including highlighted words, definitions, and pronunciation guides, making it both a literary and educational resource. The intense themes of alien invasion and survival are appropriate for mature teens, with some scenes depicting peril and destruction.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

432 pages
ISBN
9781419593284
Pages
432
Publisher
Kaplan Publishing
Published
November 1, 2006
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Classic FictionExaminations & AssessmentEnglish LanguageSat & PsatWord ListsStudy AidsLanguage ArtsVocabulary & SpellingTest PreparationImaginary Wars and BattlesSpace WarfareScience Fiction & FantasyDiseasesMartiansInvasionsClassic LiteratureOpen Library Staff PicksOpen_syllabus_projectEnglish Science FictionImaginary Wars and Battles in LiteratureMarsScience FictionSpace VehiclesEarthRomance InglesBritish and Irish FictionExaminationsVocabularySATStudy GuidesLife on Other PlanetsWar StoriesExtraterrestrial BeingsOuter SpaceLiteratureEnglish LiteratureSeres ExtraterrestresFiccionGuerra EspacialHuman-alien EncountersComic Books, StripsWells, H. G., 1866-1946AdaptationsGraphic NovelsAladdinWarAdventure and AdventurersGuerras ImaginariasNovelaGuerraImaginary Wars and Battles--fictionSpace Warfare--fictionPr5774 .w3 2005dx823.912Long Now Manual for Civilization

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