Footprints without Feet ||Footprints Without Feet|| Class 10 English Chapter 5 Summary
The story is about a brilliant scientist named Griffin, who discovers how to make himself invisible. Griffin is the protagonist of the story, and his discovery leads him into a series of adventures, some of which are unethical and lead to chaos.
Griffin, through his scientific experiments, learns how to become invisible by making his body transparent. However, he misuses his discovery, turning to a life of crime. The story begins with Griffin walking through the streets of London, invisible, but leaving footprints in the snow. His footprints cause confusion and panic among the people, as they cannot see him.
As the story unfolds, Griffin's troubles increase. He steals food, clothes, and even harms others in his efforts to survive while staying invisible. The story shows how Griffin becomes more isolated and desperate due to his actions, leading to his eventual downfall.
The central theme of the story revolves around how power and knowledge, if misused, can have dangerous consequences. Griffin's invisibility becomes a metaphor for his moral and ethical decline.