H. G. Wells 
The Wheels of Chance 
A Bicycling Idyll

This charming narrative follows Mr. Hoopdriver, a draper’s assistant, on his cycling holiday. As he pedals away from his mundane life, unexpected adventures and a whimsical romance unfold. Set against the backdrop of the 1890s cycling craze, this tale captures the freedom and joy that two wheels can bring. A lighthearted read that celebrates the simple pleasures and transformative power of bicycling.