The Burning Wheel by Aldous Huxley
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"The Burning Wheel" by Aldous Huxley is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. This work explores themes of human desire, existential inquiry, and the search for truth and beauty amid life's turmoil. The poetry delves into metaphysical musings, reflecting on the contrast between the self and the external world, alongside a contemplative probing of the human condition. The collection features a series of poems that evoke a range
of emotions and contemplations, often juxtaposing the beauty of nature with the struggles of human existence. In pieces like "The Burning Wheel," Huxley reflects on the relentless cycle of life and desire, portraying the conflicts between yearning and fulfillment. Other poems, such as "Darkness" and "Mole," depict the introspective journey of the self against a backdrop of societal limitations. The recurring themes of love, loss, and introspection encapsulate a quest for understanding, revealing the interplay between the soul's aspirations and the harsh realities of life. Overall, "The Burning Wheel" serves not only as a poetic exploration of the human spirit but also as a bridge between the individual and the collective experience of existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Huxley, Aldous, 1894-1963 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Burning Wheel |
| Credits | Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Hathi Trust) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47912 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-47912-5 |
| Release Date | Jan 8, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 654 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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