Mankind in the Making

Mankind in the Making (1903) is a work by H.G. Wells that explores his views on social progress and human evolution. In this book, Wells, an English novelist and historian, expressed optimism about humanity's potential for advancement, a sentiment characteristic of his generation as it moved away from Victorian constraints.12

Wells, known for his science fiction novels like The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds, also delved into social commentary. Mankind in the Making reflects his belief in the doctrine of social progress, advocating for societal improvement and adaptation through knowledge and education. While his earlier works often contained a more hopeful outlook, the devastation of World War I led Wells to adopt a more pessimistic view on human progress in his later writings.12