Aldous Huxley

Writing

Aldous Huxley

Born July 26, 1894 · Godalming, Surrey, England, UK

Died November 22, 1963 · aged 69

Aldous Leonard Huxley (26 July 1894 – 22 November 1963) was an English writer and philosopher. His bibliography spans nearly 50 books, including novels and non-fiction works, as well as essays, narratives, and poems. From Wikipedia.

Known For

Alice in WonderlandAlice in Wonderland · 1951
Alice in Wonderland
7.21951
MovieAnimationFamily
On a golden afternoon, wildly curious young Alice tumbles into the burrow and enters the merry, madcap world of Wonderland full of whimsical escapades.
Jane EyreJane Eyre · 1943
Jane Eyre
6.91943
MovieDramaRomance
After a bleak childhood, Jane Eyre goes out into the world to become a governess. As she lives happily in her new position at Thornfield Hall, she meets the dark, cold, and abrupt master of the house, Edward Rochester. Jane and her employer grow close in friendship and she soon finds herself falling in love with him. Happiness seems to have found Jane at last, but could Rochester's terrible secret be about to destroy it forever?
The DevilsThe Devils · 1971
The Devils
7.41971
MovieDramaHistory
In 1634 France, charismatic Father Urbain Grandier becomes the target of a sexually obsessed nun’s witchcraft accusations, which corrupt church and state officials are all too happy to exploit.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Pride and PrejudicePride and Prejudice · 1940
Pride and Prejudice
6.91940
MovieDramaRomance
In early 19th century England, Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters vie for the affections of rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, who have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to eldest daughter Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with second-eldest Elizabeth.
Brave New WorldBrave New World · 1998
Brave New World
5.51998
MovieScience FictionTV Movie
In a futuristic totalitarian utopian society, babies are created through genetic engineering, everyone has a predestined place in society and their minds are conditioned to follow the rules. A tragic outsider jeopardizes the status quo.
Brave New WorldBrave New World · 1980
Brave New World
6.21980
MovieScience FictionDrama
A man who grew up in a primitive society educating himself by reading Shakespeare is allowed to join the futuristic society where his parents are from. However, he cannot adapt to their repressive ways.
A Woman's VengeanceA Woman's Vengeance · 1948
A Woman's Vengeance
6.31948
MovieDramaMystery
A cheating husband is charged in the poisoning death of his invalid wife, in spite of other women and suicide also being suspected.
The Nagging ThoughtsThe Nagging Thoughts · 1970
The Nagging Thoughts
1970
Movie
A look at the advertising industry.

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