Description
Aldous Huxley's final novel invites readers to the utopian island of Pala, a society that has achieved remarkable harmony and enlightenment over a century of isolation. This secluded paradise, however, becomes the target of external forces driven by greed and a desire for control. When a shipwrecked journalist washes ashore, he finds himself immersed in a culture that challenges his every preconceived notion, offering a profound glimpse into an alternative way of living. Through his experiences, the novel explores themes of consciousness, spirituality, and the delicate balance between tradition and progress, ultimately questioning the nature of a truly ideal society.
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paperback
Perennial
Published Jan 1, 2002
370 pages
ISBN: 9780060085490
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First Published
1962
Language
eng
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