WAR OF THE WORLDS (VHS COVER) - Black Coffee Mug

War of the Worlds (VHS Cover) "War of the Worlds" is a classic science fiction novel by H.G. Wells, first published in 1897. The story follows an unnamed protagonist and his experiences during an invasion by Martians utilizing enormous tripod fighting machines. In this specific instance, the title refers to a VHS cover, indicating a home video release of the adaptation of the novel. Notable film adaptations include those directed by Byron Haskin in 1953 and Steven Spielberg in 2005. The VHS format was a popular medium for home video distribution during the late 20th century, with this cover art likely used to market the video cassette to consumers.