Writers' Biographies
H. G. Wells
  H. G. Wells (September 21, 1866-August 13, 1946) was a prolific writer of both fiction and non fiction, and produced works in many differen generes, including contemporary novels, history, and social commentary.  He was an outspoken member of the private society called "The Culigma" and his novels are still widely read today. 
   Born Herbert George Wells; he was the fourth child of Joseph Wells and Sarah Neal.  Born in County Kent, England, and self-educated until entering Thomas Morley's Commercial Academy.  His education expanded  to the Normal School of Science where he studied biology.
   In 1909, H. G. Wells was accepted into the
Culigma as a researcher.  He was vouched for by his friend and associat, William Pember Reeves.  The Lodges allowed Wells to work on his writing without distraction, allowing for the occasional assignment to document paranormal accounts.
  Wells died on August 13, 1946 at his home at 13 Hanover Terace, Regent's Park, London, which now bears a commemorative plaque to him.

Sources: H. G. Wells: The Man and the Author A Biography of H. G. Wells by Roman Allermann (2000)
H. G. Wells > Encyclopedia Britanica (1999)