After Many a Summer Dies the Swan by Aldous Huxley - First Edition
An excellent copy of Aldous Huxley’s satiric novel “After Many a Summer Dies the Swan.” This first American edition is in very good condition, and includes a dust jacket in fair condition. The jacket, while intact, shows significant chipping and shelfware. It, however, is not price clipped. The book shows the slightest signs of shelfware, and has writing on the endpaper.
This rare book is an exploration of the themes of mortality, the pursuit of immortality, and the conflict between civilization and nature. The story follows an affluent American, Joe Aldehyde, who travels to England to visit his wealthy mentor and eccentric benefactor, the reclusive and aged Sir Joseph Needham. Sir Joseph has become obsessed with the idea of achieving immortality and has committed himself to scientific experiments that may prolong life indefinitely.
As Joe navigates the surreal estate where Sir Joseph resides, he encounters a variety of characters, including the enigmatic and beautiful Iris, who draws his affections. The narrative intricately weaves philosophical musings on existence and the human condition, often contrasting the hedonistic lifestyles of the characters with deeper existential questions.
The text serves as a critique of modernity and explores the implications of a society obsessed with material wealth and the denial of death. Through the tragic experiences of its characters, particularly Sir Joseph's ultimate quest for immortality, Huxley presents a cautionary tale about the limitations of science and the inevitable nature of mortality. The novel ultimately reflects on the transient yet profound beauty of life and the inevitable decline that follows.
An excellent copy of Aldous Huxley’s satiric novel “After Many a Summer Dies the Swan.” This first American edition is in very good condition, and includes a dust jacket in fair condition. The jacket, while intact, shows significant chipping and shelfware. It, however, is not price clipped. The book shows the slightest signs of shelfware, and has writing on the endpaper.
This rare book is an exploration of the themes of mortality, the pursuit of immortality, and the conflict between civilization and nature. The story follows an affluent American, Joe Aldehyde, who travels to England to visit his wealthy mentor and eccentric benefactor, the reclusive and aged Sir Joseph Needham. Sir Joseph has become obsessed with the idea of achieving immortality and has committed himself to scientific experiments that may prolong life indefinitely.
As Joe navigates the surreal estate where Sir Joseph resides, he encounters a variety of characters, including the enigmatic and beautiful Iris, who draws his affections. The narrative intricately weaves philosophical musings on existence and the human condition, often contrasting the hedonistic lifestyles of the characters with deeper existential questions.
The text serves as a critique of modernity and explores the implications of a society obsessed with material wealth and the denial of death. Through the tragic experiences of its characters, particularly Sir Joseph's ultimate quest for immortality, Huxley presents a cautionary tale about the limitations of science and the inevitable nature of mortality. The novel ultimately reflects on the transient yet profound beauty of life and the inevitable decline that follows.
An excellent copy of Aldous Huxley’s satiric novel “After Many a Summer Dies the Swan.” This first American edition is in very good condition, and includes a dust jacket in fair condition. The jacket, while intact, shows significant chipping and shelfware. It, however, is not price clipped. The book shows the slightest signs of shelfware, and has writing on the endpaper.
This rare book is an exploration of the themes of mortality, the pursuit of immortality, and the conflict between civilization and nature. The story follows an affluent American, Joe Aldehyde, who travels to England to visit his wealthy mentor and eccentric benefactor, the reclusive and aged Sir Joseph Needham. Sir Joseph has become obsessed with the idea of achieving immortality and has committed himself to scientific experiments that may prolong life indefinitely.
As Joe navigates the surreal estate where Sir Joseph resides, he encounters a variety of characters, including the enigmatic and beautiful Iris, who draws his affections. The narrative intricately weaves philosophical musings on existence and the human condition, often contrasting the hedonistic lifestyles of the characters with deeper existential questions.
The text serves as a critique of modernity and explores the implications of a society obsessed with material wealth and the denial of death. Through the tragic experiences of its characters, particularly Sir Joseph's ultimate quest for immortality, Huxley presents a cautionary tale about the limitations of science and the inevitable nature of mortality. The novel ultimately reflects on the transient yet profound beauty of life and the inevitable decline that follows.