“The people who kill and torture and tell lies in the name of their sacred causes, these are never the publicans and the sinners. No, they're the virtuous, respectable men, who have the finest feelings, the best brains, the noblest ideals.”
Quote by Aldous Huxley
Work
After Many a Summer Dies the Swan: A Novel
This novel delves into the complexities of aging and the inevitable nature of death through the eyes of its protagonist. The narrative follows the character's journey through various life stages, reflecting on personal growth, loss, and the search for meaning in the face of mortality. 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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