Island by Aldous Huxley 1962 1st/1st English Edition Chatto & Windus HCDJ

Description: Title: Island by Aldous Huxley Publisher: Chatto & Windus Date: 1962, First English Edition, First Printing Condition: Overall, this first English edition is in good condition, with some wear consistent with age. Dust jacket: The dust jacket shows signs of wear, including worming on the rear panel. Despite these imperfections, the jacket retains its vibrant red color and distinctive design, displaying well. Cover: The cover has light rubbing at the edges and corners, with the red cloth boards maintaining their color and structure. Text block: There are a couple of light stains on the outer page edges; however, these do not permeate the volume, leaving the interior pages clean and intact. There are no prior ownership marks, tears, highlighting or underlining. Description (including a summary of condition): This 1962 first edition, first printing of Island by Aldous Huxley offers a unique glimpse into the author’s final novel, where he envisions an ideal society based on a synthesis of Eastern and Western values. Though the dust jacket shows some wear and worming on the rear panel, it remains visually striking. The cover itself has light rubbing at the edges, and the text block shows only minor staining on the edges, preserving the readability and appeal of the book. Interesting Tidbits: Island represents Huxley’s counterpoint to his dystopian Brave New World, exploring themes of enlightenment, societal reform, and the intersection of science and spirituality. In creating the utopian society of Pala, Huxley presents his vision of what a balanced, ideal community might look like, integrating mindfulness, environmentalism, and holistic medicine. This novel was Huxley’s last major work before his death, embodying his lifelong philosophical inquiries and leaving a lasting legacy in literature and thought.

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Location: Petaluma, California

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