Footprints Without Feet (Herbert George Wells)
About the writer: Herbert George Wells (1866-1946) was born in Kent, England. He is best remem- bered as an author of science-fiction. His best creation is Time-Machine' which is con- sidered as one of the finest pieces of modern literature. About the story: This is the story of a scientist Griffin, who carried out various experiments to make himself invisible. Finally, he succeeded and his body became transparent. He enjoyed the extra-ordinary things which started to happen after he became invisible and he misused his discovery to steal money and annoy others. STORY: The two boys stared in surprise at the fresh muddy imprints of a pair of bare feet. What was a barefooted man doing on the steps of a house, in the middle of London? And where was the man ? As they gazed, a remarkable sight met their eyes. A fresh footmark appeared from nowhere! Further footprints followed, one after another, descending the steps and progressing down the street. The boys followed fascinated...