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In "Selected Poems," Aldous Huxley presents a curated collection that traverses the complexities of human experience through evocative imagery and philosophical depth. The poems encapsulate Huxley's signature lyrical style, marked by a keen attentiveness to language and a probing intellect that explores themes of nature, existential inquiry, and the human condition. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century literary movements, Huxley's work reflects the tension between modernity and spirituality, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the intellectual climate of his time. Aldous Huxley, renowned for his dystopian novel "Brave New World," was deeply influenced by his eclectic academic background and rich familial heritage in literature and science. His diverse experiences, including his interest in philosophy, psychology, and the human psyche, significantly informed his poetic voice. Furthermore, his exposure to various cultures and ideologies during his travels enriched his literary inquiries, making his poetry both introspective and expansive in its thematic scope. "Selected Poems" is a must-read for those seeking profound reflections on existence and beauty. Huxley's mastery of verse invites readers into a contemplative journey, making it an essential addition to the library of anyone interested in the intersections of poetry, philosophy, and the human experience.
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GenrePoetry
Length48 mins
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Publish dateJun 3, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1SONG OF POPLARS.
24PANIC.
2THE REEF.
25STANZAS.
3THE FLOWERS.
26POEM.
4THE ELMS.
27SCENES OF THE MIND.
5OUT OF THE WINDOW.
28L’APRÈS-MIDI D’UN FAUNE. (From the French of Stéphane Mallarmé.)
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6SUMMER STILLNESS.
29MOLE.
7INSPIRATION.
30TWO REALITIES.
8ANNIVERSARIES.
31QUOTIDIAN VISION.
9ITALY.
32THE MIRROR.
10THE ALIEN.
33VARIATIONS ON A THEME OF LAFORGUE.
11A LITTLE MEMORY.
34PHILOSOPHY.
12WAKING.
35PHILOCLEA IN THE FOREST.
13VALEDICTORY.
36I.
14PRIVATE PROPERTY.
37II.
15REVELATION.
38III.
16MINOAN PORCELAIN.
39BOOKS AND THOUGHTS.
17IN UNCERTAINTY TO A LADY.
40THE HIGHER SENSUALISM.
18CRAPULOUS IMPRESSION.
41FORMAL VERSES.
19COMPLAINT OF A POET MANQUÉ.
42I.
20SOCIAL AMENITIES.
43II.
21TOPIARY.
44PERILS OF THE SMALL HOURS.
22ON THE ’BUS.
45RETURN TO AN OLD HOME.
23POINTS AND LINES.
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