The Perennial Philosophy
An Interpretation of the Great Mystics, East and West
(Author) Aldous HuxleyAn inspired gathering of religious writings that reveals the "divine reality" common to all faiths, collected by Aldous Huxley "The Perennial Philosophy," Aldous Huxley writes, "may be found among the traditional lore of peoples in every region of the world, and in its fully developed forms it has a place in every one of the higher religions." With great wit and stunning intellect—drawing on a diverse array of faiths, including Zen Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, Christian mysticism, and Islam—Huxley examines the spiritual beliefs of various religious traditions and explains how they are united by a common human yearning to experience the divine. The Perennial Philosophy includes selections from Meister Eckhart, Rumi, and Lao Tzu, as well as the Bhagavad Gita, Tibetan Book of the Dead, Diamond Sutra, and Upanishads, among many others.
Aldous Huxley
Aldous Huxley was a British writer and philosopher known for his dystopian novel "Brave New World," published in 1932. His works often explored themes of technology, society, and the human condition. Huxley's writing style was characterized by his use of satire and wit, as well as his keen observations of society. He was a prominent figure in the literary genre of dystopian fiction, influencing writers such as George Orwell and Margaret Atwood. In addition to "Brave New World," Huxley's other notable works include "Point Counter Point" and "The Doors of Perception." His contributions to literature continue to be celebrated for their thought-provoking commentary on the complexities of human existence.
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