Brave New World (Flamingo Modern Classics)
3 journalers for this copy...
I haven't read this but am happy to let it go, I have so many others to read and I'm sure I'll come across a copy again.
Book Description
Far in the future, the World Controllers have finally created the ideal society. In laboratories worldwide, genetic science has brought the human race to perfection. From the Alpha-Plus mandarin class to the Epsilon-Minus Semi-Morons, designed to perform menial tasks, man is bred and educated to be blissfully content with his pre-destined role.
But, in the Central London Hatchery and Conditioning Centre, Bernard Marx is unhappy. Harbouring an unnatural desire for solitude, feeling only distaste for the endless pleasures of compulsory promiscuity, Bernard has an ill-defined longing to break free. A visit to one of the few remaining Savage Reservations where the old, imperfect life still continues, may be the cure for his distress…
Synopsis
Written in 1932, when the Western world was poised on the brink of social and scientific revolution, this novel is Huxley's nightmare vision of the future.
Book Description
Far in the future, the World Controllers have finally created the ideal society. In laboratories worldwide, genetic science has brought the human race to perfection. From the Alpha-Plus mandarin class to the Epsilon-Minus Semi-Morons, designed to perform menial tasks, man is bred and educated to be blissfully content with his pre-destined role.
But, in the Central London Hatchery and Conditioning Centre, Bernard Marx is unhappy. Harbouring an unnatural desire for solitude, feeling only distaste for the endless pleasures of compulsory promiscuity, Bernard has an ill-defined longing to break free. A visit to one of the few remaining Savage Reservations where the old, imperfect life still continues, may be the cure for his distress…
Synopsis
Written in 1932, when the Western world was poised on the brink of social and scientific revolution, this novel is Huxley's nightmare vision of the future.
Journal Entry 2 by Crazylilfairy at Controlled Release in -- Controlled Release, -- By post or by hand/ in person -- United Kingdom on Monday, March 17, 2008
Released 16 yrs ago (3/17/2008 UTC) at Controlled Release in -- Controlled Release, -- By post or by hand/ in person -- United Kingdom
WILD RELEASE NOTES:
RELEASE NOTES:
Given to a friend to enjoy. She says she will release it into the wild in York once she has read it.
Given to a friend to enjoy. She says she will release it into the wild in York once she has read it.
Given to me by Crazylilfairy. I will release in York once I have read the book. I'm looking forward to reading it.
CAUGHT IN OXFORD UNITED KINGDOM
CAUGHT IN OXFORD UNITED KINGDOM
I had already studied the book for an adult A level course 20 years ago so I left it on the bench by York Minster where I'd discovered it. The experience made me determine to join bookcrossing (I'd thought about it many times)and I took down details before leaving the book - so here I am. I've just sent for a book releasing kit and then I'll start some of my treasures on their journeys of a lifetime!
