The food of the gods and how it came to earth

H. G. Wells

1900

"The Food of the Gods and How It Came to Earth" by H. G. Wells is a science fiction novel exploring the unintended consequences of scientific experimentation. Two scientists, Mr. Bensington and Professor Redwood, develop a substance called Herakleophorbia IV, or "The Food of the Gods," which accelerates growth in living organisms. Initially intended to revolutionize agriculture, the substance inadvertently spills into the ecosystem, causing animals and humans to grow to colossal sizes. As society grapples with the chaos and fear stemming from these giants, the story delves into themes of progress, control, and the unpredictable impact of science on nature and humanity.