Author of Brave New World and The Doors of Perception, and inventor of the term ''psychedelic'', Aldous Huxley was a global trend-setter ahead of his time. In this new biography Dr Kieron O''Hara explores the life of this great visionary, charting his transformation from society satirist to Californian guru-mystic through an insightful analysis of his life''s work. Combining thoughtful biography, easy-to-use reading notes, and an insightful exploration of Huxley''s continuing legacy, Huxley: A Beginner''s Guide is the definitive introduction to one of the twentieth century''s most influential thinkers.

Author of Brave New World and The Doors of Perception, and inventor of the term ''psychedelic'', Aldous Huxley was a global trend-setter ahead of his time. In this new biography Dr Kieron O''Hara explores the life of this great visionary, charting his transformation from society satirist to Californian guru-mystic through an insightful analysis of his life''s work. Combining thoughtful biography, easy-to-use reading notes, and an insightful exploration of Huxley''s continuing legacy, Huxley: A Beginner''s Guide is the definitive introduction to one of the twentieth century''s most influential thinkers.

Author of Brave New World and The Doors of Perception, and inventor of the term ''psychedelic'', Aldous Huxley was a global trend-setter ahead of his time. In this new biography Dr Kieron O''Hara explores the life of this great visionary, charting his transformation from society satirist to Californian guru-mystic through an insightful analysis of his life''s work. Combining thoughtful biography, easy-to-use reading notes, and an insightful exploration of Huxley''s continuing legacy, Huxley: A Beginner''s Guide is the definitive introduction to one of the twentieth century''s most influential thinkers.