Mr Wells and Mr Buchan.

The article focuses on H. G. Wells's publishing relationship with Thomas Nelson & Sons and his eventual conflict with publisher John Buchan. Topics include Wells's financial pressures and Ann Veronica, Buchan's multifaceted role in Nelson's publishing business, and newly discovered letters revealing...

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Bibliographic Details
Published in:	TLS. Times Literary Supplement no. 6411; pp. 198 - 206
Main Author:	Macdonald, Kate
Format:	Article
Published:	News UK & Ireland Limited 8/7/2026
Subjects:	Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946 Buchan, John, 1875-1940 Thomas Nelson & Sons (Company) Publishing Interpersonal conflict
Online Access:	View this record in EBSCOhost

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Summary:	The article focuses on H. G. Wells's publishing relationship with Thomas Nelson & Sons and his eventual conflict with publisher John Buchan. Topics include Wells's financial pressures and Ann Veronica, Buchan's multifaceted role in Nelson's publishing business, and newly discovered letters revealing Buchan's publishing strategies and dealings with Wells.