Dès que Mme Corbeau s'absente pour faire ses courses, ses œufs sont dévorés par un serpent gourmand ! Vieux Hibou, l'ami des Corbeau, fabrique de faux œufs en terre cuite et les peint. Lorsque le serpent découvre ces œufs au creux du nid, il les avale sans hésiter. Souffrant de terribles maux de ventre, le serpent se tortille tant et tant que le voilà emmêlé autour d'une branche dont il ne peut se défaire...Il sert désormais de corde à linge pour les couches des nouvelles couvées de la famille Corbeau !

Les corbeaux de Pearblossom

Trente ans après Le Meilleur des mondes, Aldous Huxley revient sur ce roman phare de la science-fiction pour constater que l'évolution qu'il imaginait dans les années 1930 se révèle une véritable prédiction.
 Le monde qu'il a vu émerger - la dictature scientifique, l'homme transformé en esclave amoureux de sa servitude, la montée des fanatismes, le cauchemar de l'organisation intégrale - est déjà en train de prendre forme sous ses yeux à la fin des années 1950.
 Dans cet essai d'une étonnante lucidité, il nous offre un regard percutant sur les évolutions sociales et politiques de son temps.

Retour au meilleur des mondes

Brave New World is a dystopian novel by English author Aldous Huxley, written in 1931 and published in 1932. Largely set in a futuristic World State, inhabited by genetically modified citizens and an intelligence-based social hierarchy, the novel anticipates huge scientific advancements in reproductive technology, sleep-learning, psychological manipulation and classical conditioning that are combined to make a dystopian society which is challenged by only a single individual: the story's protagonist.

Le meilleur des mondes

Selected writings from the author of Brave New World and The Doors of Perception on the role of psychedelics in society. Includes letters and lectures by Huxley never published elsewhere. In May 1953 Aldous Huxley took four-tenths of a gram of mescaline. The mystical and transcendent experience that followed set him off on an exploration that was to produce a revolutionary body of work about the inner reaches of the human mind. Huxley was decades ahead of his time in his anticipation of the dangers modern culture was creating through explosive population increase, headlong technological advance, and militant nationalism, and he saw psychedelics as the greatest means at our disposal to "remind adults that the real world is very different from the misshapen universe they have created for themselves by means of their culture-conditioned prejudices." Much of Huxley's writings following his 1953 mescaline experiment can be seen as his attempt to reveal the power of these substances to awaken a sense of the sacred in people living in a technological society hostile to mystical revelations. Moksha, a Sanskrit word meaning "liberation," is a collection of the prophetic and visionary writings of Aldous Huxley. It includes selections from his acclaimed novels Brave New World and Island, both of which envision societies centered around the use of psychedelics as stabilizing forces, as well as pieces from The Doors of Perception and Heaven and Hell, his famous works on consciousness expansion.

Moksha

Nicolas Berdiaeff > Quotes > Quotable Quote“Les utopies apparaissent comme bien plus réalisables qu’on ne le croyait autrefois. Et nous nous trouvons actuellement devant une question bien autrement angoissante : comment éviter leur réalisation définitive ? ... Les utopies sont réalisables. La vie marche vers les utopies. Et peut-être un siècle nouveau commence-t-il, un siècle où les intellectuels et la classe cultivée rêveront aux moyens d’éviter les utopies et de retourner à une société non utopique moins parfaite et plus libre. ”

Immerse yourself in the thought-provoking and visionary world of "Island" by Aldous Huxley, a masterpiece of utopian literature that challenges conventional thinking and explores profound themes of spirituality, society, and personal freedom. This Amazon listing invites you to discover the captivating journey that awaits within the pages of this influential novel.

In "Island, " Huxley presents readers with the fictional paradise of Pala, an idyllic island in the Indian Ocean. Here, the inhabitants have created a harmonious society that combines Eastern philosophy, scientific advancements, and a deep reverence for nature. Pala stands as a counterpoint to the dystopian visions often portrayed in Huxley's earlier work, offering a compelling exploration of an ideal society.

Join protagonist Will Farnaby as he embarks on an unexpected journey to Pala, initially driven by his own personal agenda but ultimately transformed by the island's profound wisdom and compassionate way of life. As he interacts with the island's inhabitants, including the enigmatic Dr. Robert MacPhail and the captivating Susila, he witnesses the integration of ancient wisdom and modern knowledge, and the transformative power of love and understanding.

Huxley's "Island" presents a rich tapestry of philosophical ideas, exploring themes such as mindfulness, self-discovery, and the pursuit of personal liberation. With his distinctive writing style and attention to detail, Huxley crafts a narrative that encourages readers to question societal norms, reflect on the nature of happiness, and consider alternative paths to collective well-being.

This edition of "Island" features the original text, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in Huxley's eloquent prose and thought-provoking storytelling. Experience the vivid descriptions, engaging characters, and profound ideas that have made this novel a beloved classic.

If you are a fan of Aldous Huxley's insightful works, a seeker of philosophical exploration, or simply someone who enjoys immersive and thought-provoking literature, "Island" is a must-have addition to your collection. Order your copy today and embark on a transformative journey to Pala, where you'll be transported to a utopian realm that challenges the mind and inspires the soul. Discover why "Island" continues to resonate with readers and remains a testament to Huxley's visionary storytelling and philosophical prowess.

Island

In February 2108, the New Zealand Rediscovery Expedition reaches California at last. It is over a century since the world was devastated by nuclear war, but the blight of radioactivity and disease still gnaws away at the survivors. The expedition expects to find physical destruction but they are quite unprepared for the moral degradation they meet. Ape and Essence is Huxley's vision of the ruin of humanity, told with all his knowledge and imaginative genius.

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Le Ciel et l'enfer

Thirty years ago, ecstasy and torment took hold of John Rivers, shocking him out of "half-baked imbecility into something more nearly resembling the human form." He had an affair with the wife of his mentor, Henry Maartens-a pathbreaking physicist, winner of the Nobel Prize, and a figure of blinding brilliance-bringing the couple to ruin. Now, on Christmas Eve while a small grandson sleeps upstairs, John Rivers is moved to set the record straight about the great man and the radiant, elemental creature he married, who viewed the renowned genius through undazzled eyes.

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