Literature and Science by Aldous Huxley 1963 First Edition Hardcover in Original Dust Jacket

Literature and Science by Aldous Huxley 1963 First Edition Hardcover in Original Dust Jacket

<Condition is Good+ as Pictured> (normal wear with markings, slightly bumped/rubbed corners, visible edge-wear, exterior covers show some discoloration, age appropriate toning to interior pages, unclipped original dust jacket survives in good condition with chips/rips/lightly soiled with damp stains) size is approximately 8.5” x 5.5”

—Literature and Science, published in September 1963, was Aldous Huxley's last book - he died two months after it was published. In it, he strives to harmonize the scientific and artistic realms. He argues that language is what divides the two realms and makes communication between them difficult. He analyzes the ways in which scientists and fiction writers use language differently to achieve their desired effects. Although he concedes that many differences in language use are inevitable, he urges both camps to seek mutual understanding and appreciation. He directs his argument primarily to fiction writers: "Whether we like it or not,” he tells them, “ours is the Age of Science."

Huxley was the grandson of Thomas Henry Huxley (known as Charles Darwin's "bulldog"), and the grand-nephew of the English poet and essayist Matthew Arnold.

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