What was ironic about HG Wells?

Answer 1

He openly admired both Stalin and Mussolini at the same time.

He disrupted every commitee he sat on, while demanding that the whole world should work together harmoniously.

Answer 2

One of the ironies of H.G. Wells is that despite being a pioneer of Science Fiction and writing extensively about the future and scientific advancements, he was skeptical about technological progress and the potential negative impacts it could have on society. Additionally, Wells' personal life was marked by numerous affairs and failed marriages, which contrasted with his progressive views on relationships and societal norms in his writing.