“The leech's kiss, the squid's embrace, The prurient ape's defiling touch: And do you like the human race? No, not much.”
Quote by Aldous Huxley
Work
Ape and Essence: A Novel
Ape and Essence is a novel that delves into the themes of human existence, society, and the environment. The story is set in a dystopian future where civilization has collapsed, and the remnants of humanity struggle to survive in a harsh, natural world. The novel is known for its allegorical nature and its exploration of the human condition. more
Author
Aldous Huxley
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
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