Brave New World

Author :

Aldous Huxley

Publisher:

Penguin Vintage

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Publisher

Penguin Vintage

Publication Year 2004
ISBN-13

9780099477464

ISBN-10 9780099477464
Binding

Paperback

Number of Pages 288 Pages
Language (English)
Weight (grms) 160
Subject

Contemporary Fiction

Brave New World is a novel with a science-fiction theme written by bestselling author, Aldous Huxley, and was first published in 1932. It is set in the far future, in 2540 AD and features a utopian view of the society at that time, with a lot of material dedicated to sleep learning, reproductive technology, and classical conditioning. The title is derived from a line in Shakespeare’s The Tempest. The book begins with a lengthy introduction, detailing the author’s views of how he thinks the entire world will function in the far future, in a global society that he terms The World State. The individual story only begins in the 7th chapter, where the reader is properly introduced to the story of Bernard and Lenina, two inhabitants of the World State. Bernard has a single friend in life, whose name is Helmholtz Watson. Bernard and Lenina go on a holiday to New Mexico where they meet John the Savage and Linda, both of whom have lived hard lives due to being ostracised by all the people they lived with. It is decided that John and Linda would accompany Bernard and Lenina back to the World State when they return, and the rest of Brave New World covers the events that occur on their return journey. The export edition of this book was published by RHUK in 2004, and is available as a paperback. Key Features: Brave New World is a science fiction novel that was first published in 1932 Brave New World is the story of a couple, namely Bernard and Lenina, and how their life changes after a holiday in new Mexico.

Aldous Huxley

Aldous Huxley (1894–1963) was a British author, philosopher, and intellectual best known for his deeply provocative novels and essays. Born into a prominent scientific and literary family, Huxley explored themes ranging from dystopia and spirituality to human consciousness and ethics. His works include Brave New World, Island, and The Doors of Perception. A keen observer of society, Huxley’s writing continues to influence debates on technology, freedom, and the future of humanity.
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