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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
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Laura Huxley herself said to Sawyer [paraphrased], "Out of all the biographies written about Aldous, this is the only one he would have actually liked." With emphasis on philosophical studies and works, it is the definitive source for understanding Huxley's influence and ideas. Being a student myself at Maine College of Art, I can vouch for the know-how of...
Published on October 17, 2002 by Natalie
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Short and Largely Uncritical Biography
Workmanlike prose in a short biography that borders on hagiography. A reasonable introduction to Huxley's thought, but if you're looking for a fuller, more critical analysis, consider Nicholas Murray's biography of Huxley.
Published on January 15, 2009 by Michael Baranowski
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
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By Natalie (ME) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Aldous Huxley: A Biography (Paperback)
Laura Huxley herself said to Sawyer [paraphrased], "Out of all the biographies written about Aldous, this is the only one he would have actually liked." With emphasis on philosophical studies and works, it is the definitive source for understanding Huxley's influence and ideas. Being a student myself at Maine College of Art, I can vouch for the know-how of Sawyer.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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This review is from: Aldous Huxley: A Biography (Paperback)
Workmanlike prose in a short biography that borders on hagiography. A reasonable introduction to Huxley's thought, but if you're looking for a fuller, more critical analysis, consider Nicholas Murray's biography of Huxley.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Excellent Read,
By "lfrech" (California) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Aldous Huxley: A Biography (Paperback)
I enjoyed the book. When I read it, I felt that the author was a close friend of Huxley's. If any reader plans on reading any books by Huxley, please read this informative, well-written biography first.
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Aldous Huxley: A Biography by Dana Sawyer (Paperback - September 1, 2002)
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