Chapter 8 of The Invisible Man by H.G.Wells, titled 'In Transit', is a brief account of Gibbons, an amateur naturalist, who hears a man coughing, sneezing, and swearing near him while lying on the open downs. However, he sees nothing and the voice eventually fades away in the direction of Adderdean. This phenomenon disturbs Gibbons' philosophical tranquility and he hurries down the hill towards the village.
# The Invisible Man
This page provides links to all 28 chapters of the book 'The Invisible Man' by H.G.Wells, available on VK social network. The book tells a story of a scientist who discovers the secret of invisibility and uses it to terrorize a small town in England. Each chapter can be accessed by clicking on the provided link.
In this chapter, Kemp and Adye discuss the danger that the Invisible Man poses to society and come up with a plan to catch him. They must prevent him from leaving the district and set a watch on trains, roads, and shipping. The country-side must begin hunting him day and night, and all food must be locked up and secured. The Invisible Man is a danger and a disaster, and unless he is pinned and secured, it is frightful to think of the things that may happen.
Dr. Kemp is interrupted by gunshots and goes to investigate. He sees a crowd gathering and returns to his study. Later, he hears the doorbell ring but it turns out to be a false alarm. He resumes his work, determined to focus.
In this chapter, the Invisible Man is seen leaving Kemp's house in a state of fury and injuring a child in the process. He disappears for a few hours before reappearing in Hintondean, where he begins to plan his revenge against humanity. Meanwhile, a growing number of men are searching for him, and he is now seen as a tangible threat to be captured or overcome.
In chapter 27 of The Invisible Man by H.G.Wells, Kemp receives a threatening letter from the Invisible Man, announcing the start of the Terror and claiming control over Port Burdock. The letter also declares Kemp as the first victim of the Terror, with his death starting on that day. Kemp prepares for the worst as he awaits the arrival of the unseen Death.
In Chapter 20 of The Invisible Man by H.G. Wells, Kemp offers his chair to the tired Griffin and they discuss the events that led to Griffin's invisibility. Griffin reveals that he had taken a room in London near Great Portland Street and had successfully completed his research. However, he had left the Chesilstowe cottage before the tragic events that led to his invisibility. Griffin reflects on the funeral and his lack of action to save his character.
This chapter describes the stranger's stay in Iping until the day of the club festival. He had several skirmishes with Mrs. Hall on domestic matters, but he always over-rode her with an extra payment. The stranger did not go to church and worked fitfully. His temper was uncertain, and he seemed under chronic irritation. Mr. Cuss interviews the stranger.
A stranger arrives in Iping village with remarkable luggage, including a box of big, fat books and glass bottles. Fearenside's dog attacks the stranger, tearing his glove and trouser leg. The stranger appears unfazed and demands the boxes be brought to him.
Dr. Kemp is working in his study when he sees a man running towards him. The man is short and wearing a high hat, and Dr. Kemp thinks he is a fool. He watches the man run down the hill but notices that he doesn't seem to be getting anywhere. Eventually, the man reaches Dr. Kemp's house and collapses, revealing himself to be the Invisible Man.