1. a) Which main topic does the artifact relate to:
This is an indirect reference to expansionism and imperialism, except in this case it was Britain that was “raped” by a foreign power.
b) Which other main topics does it also relate to:
HG Well’s writing was greatly influenced by Darwin’s natural selection, so the theme of Martian vs Human greatly touches upon this subject. It also refers to seeing the world both through the microscope and telescope, as scientific discoveries regarding astronomy and bacteria also happened around this time.
2. Why did you choose this artifact, and how much time did you spend creating and/or processing it:
I like Victorian literature, except for Jane Austen. This is by far one of the best science fiction novels you can read, and since not many people read this over Dunes or Harry Potter, I liked to share :D I spent some time reading the novel. It was abridged though. I’d say 4 hours.
3. What insights and understanding have you gained from the creation and/or processing of this artifact
Through the War of the Worlds, you can experience what it would be like to be one of those who were over run by the British Powers, a mystic foreign power that could make you go boom with a click of their fingeres.
4. Does this artifact reflect your best work and/or ideas Why, or why not
As long as it has to do with Victorian Literature, best of the best.
5. Rate this artifact on a scale of -5 to 5(0 is neutral) for the following 4 criterion:
a) Impact on the quality of your Portfolio
A lot of mine are 4, but this ones a 3.
b) Impact on your level of happiness/enjoyment
Can’t say google earth is a useful too when describing a story. 2
c) Impact on your learning
I did have a more relative idea of the locations the book took place in.1
d) Level of creativity and originality
5 all the way for foreseeing the future and interesting outlook on imperialism, through martians of course.
6. Any additional comments.
I’m thinking of doing some Captain Nemo when we do India.
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