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Set in post-World War I London, the narrative delves into themes of societal excess, elitism, and cultural substance through the experiences of Theodore Gumbril, a shy inventor who adopts a false persona to engage with women. Often categorized as a novel of ideas, it sparked controversy upon release due to its candid discussions of sex, leading to bans and public burnings in various locations. Huxley's work combines humor with a critical examination of societal norms and personal identity.
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Antic Hay, Aldous Huxley
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- Antic Hay
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Aldous Huxley
- Publisher
- Sanage Publishing House
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 368
- ISBN13
- 9789390575534
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Philosophical Topics, Humor, Classics, 20th century, British Literature
- Rating
- 3.25 out of 5
- Description
- Set in post-World War I London, the narrative delves into themes of societal excess, elitism, and cultural substance through the experiences of Theodore Gumbril, a shy inventor who adopts a false persona to engage with women. Often categorized as a novel of ideas, it sparked controversy upon release due to its candid discussions of sex, leading to bans and public burnings in various locations. Huxley's work combines humor with a critical examination of societal norms and personal identity.