H.G. Wells highlights the destructive impact humans have had on the planet and its species in his work, "The War of the Worlds." He urges readers to reflect on the extensive damage our species has inflicted, not just on animals like the bison and dodo, but also on marginalized human populations. This serves as a reminder that our judgment of others should be tempered by acknowledging our own history of violence and extermination.

Wells specifically points to the tragic fate of the Tasmanians, who were eradicated within fifty years due to violent conflicts instigated by European settlers. His commentary reveals a dark chapter in human history, emphasizing the need for humility and self-awareness when examining past and present injustices committed by humanity against both nature and other races.