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Following the Martian InvasionEpisodes

    The Martian Overthrow

    5/5Francis Spufford and guests explore why Wells's tale still resonates.

    'What We Saw from the Ruined House'

    4/5Francis Spufford considers Martian evolution and appearance in an alarming close encounter

    The Destruction of Shepperton and the Exodus from London

    3/5The inexorable progress of the tripods meets an organised military response at Shepperton.

    'A Remarkable Story from Woking'

    2/5Francis Spufford follows the impact of HG Wells' all conquering Martian war machines.

    'The Chances Against Anything Manlike on Mars Are a Million to One'

    1/5Francis Spufford follows the impact of HG Wells's all-conquering Martian war machines.