Island by Aldous Huxley

Island by Aldous Huxley

In his final masterpiece, Aldous Huxley invites readers to Pala, a remote Pacific island that has spent a century developing an ideal society by blending the best of Eastern mysticism and Western science. Shipwrecked and cynical, journalist Will Farnaby arrives on Pala as an agent for an international oil tycoon, intending to exploit the island's natural resources. Instead, he discovers a culture where mindfulness, communal living, and the spiritual use of the psychedelic moksha-medicine have created a true paradise beyond man’s wildest dreams. However, this shattering, prophetic world is under immediate threat from neighboring militaristic forces seeking to seize Pala's oil. Island is a stunning exploration of human potential and serves as the hopeful, utopian counterpart to Huxley's own Brave New World.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Considered by Huxley to be his most important novel, this is a compelling culmination of the ideas explored in his legendary non-fiction work, The Doors of Perception. You will be fascinated by the intricate details of Palanese society, which offers a deeper and truer look at the clash between enlightened existence and the materialistic, authoritarian world. If you appreciate vintage sci-fi and philosophical fiction that challenges your worldview, this 1971 Bantam edition—featuring striking cover art—is an essential addition to your collection.

Condition Note

Vintage - Good. This 1971 mass market paperback shows moderate shelf wear consistent with age. The spine is intact with a noticeable lean and vertical creasing. The cover art remains vibrant, though there is light rubbing to the edges and corners. The binding is secure, and while the pages have begun to tan slightly, the text remains clean and fully legible throughout.