Invisible Problems

Being invisible sounds like a sure-fire path to power, but H.G. Wells argues that its not actually as useful as it appears. Think of how easy it would be to get caught, even though you were invisible. If you walk through rain or fog, your outline will easily be seen. If you walk in snow or mud, your footprints will reveal your position. Anything you eat will show in your invisible belly, floating in air until your body gets a chance to digest it.

Dogs growl at you, for you still have the...