Description
In this provocative companion to his exploration of altered consciousness, Aldous Huxley examines the ways extraordinary states of mind can open doors to visions of transcendence—and terror. Drawing on psychology, religion, art, and anthropology, he considers why certain colors, patterns, sounds, and symbols have the power to evoke experiences associated with heaven or hell. Blending philosophical inquiry with vivid cultural analysis, the book challenges readers to reconsider the boundaries between spiritual revelation, artistic inspiration, and the workings of the human mind.
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paperback
HarperCollins (paper)
Published Jan 1, 1956
ISBN: 9780060802196
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First Published
1956
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Heaven and Hell by Aldous Huxley.