Portrait of J. D. (John Davys) Beresford

J. D. (John Davys) Beresford

John Davys Beresford was an English writer, now remembered mainly for his early science fiction and some short stories of the horror story and ghost story genres. Beresford was a great admirer of H. G. Wells, and wrote the first critical study of Wells in 1915. His Wellsian novel The Hampdenshire Wonder (1911) was a major influence for the author Olaf Stapledon. His other science-fiction novels include The Riddle of the Tower, about a dystopian, hive-like society.

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Goslings

Also published under title: A world of women.

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The Prisoners of Hartling

"The Prisoners of Hartling" by J. D. Beresford is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Arthur Woodroffe, a young gener...

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Signs & Wonders

"Signs & Wonders" by J. D. Beresford is a novel written in the early 20th century. It delves into the realms of speculative fiction, exploring profoun...

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The Hampdenshire Wonder

"The Hampdenshire Wonder" by J. D. Beresford is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the extraordinary experiences ass...

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The Psychical Researcher's Tale - The Sceptical Poltergeist From "The New Decameron", Volume III.

"The Psychical Researcher's Tale - The Sceptical Poltergeist" by J. D. Beresford is a fictional narrative likely written in the early 20th century. Th...

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H. G. Wells

"H.G. Wells" by J.D. Beresford is a critical examination of the works of the renowned English writer and futurist, written in the early 20th century. ...

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The Wonder

"The Wonder" by J. D. Beresford is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores themes of intelligence, abnormality, and the societal...

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The Jervaise Comedy

"The Jervaise Comedy" by J.D. Beresford is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the Jervaise family and their social c...

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