“There were the years— years of childhood and innocence— when I had believed that carminative meant— well, carminative. And now, before me lies the rest of my life— a day, perhaps, ten years, half a century, when I shall know that carminative means windtreibend.”
Crome Yellow is a satirical work that delves into the intricacies of the English literary scene, critiquing the pretentiousness and self-importance of the literary establishment. The novel offers a humorous and critical look at the lives and ambitions of a group of writers and artists, highlighting the absurdities and vanities that often accompany the pursuit of literary fame. more
Aldous Huxley was an English writer and philosopher, renowned for his dystopian novel 'Brave New World'. Born on July 26, 1894, in Godalming, Surrey, England, he was the younger brother of the poet and critic Leonard Huxley. Huxley's works frequently delved into the interplay of science, politics, and philosophy, and he was a prominent figure in the literary movement known as the 'Lost Generation'. He passed away on November 22, 1963. more
“And you've never said anything in a moment of anger that you couldn't follow through with?”
“Abel. I can’t let you…sell your body.” “The transaction is closer to a rental.”