Jesting pilate intellectual holiday (11 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Zustand: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. No Jacket. REPRINT/REISSUE: "Originally published in 1926 by George H. Doran" and "Reprinted in 1974 by Greenwood Press, a division of Williamhouse Regency, Inc.". Fine, if not new hardback. No dust jacket.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Jesting Pilate an Intellectual Holiday' is a sophisticated and insightful travelogue penned by the acclaimed novelist and philosopher Aldous Huxley. This work documents his extensive journey through India, Burma, Malaya, and North America during the mid-1920s, providing a unique perspective on the world during a period of significant transition. Far from a conventional travel guide, the book is a collection of sharp social observations, vivid descriptions, and deep philosophical reflections on the civilizations and cultures Huxley encounters.The narrative explores the complexities of human society, the clash between ancient traditions and modern industrialization, and the varying manifestations of faith and governance. Huxley's prose is marked by its characteristic wit and intellectual curiosity, inviting readers to look beyond the surface of the landscapes he visits. In India, he grapples with the sensory and spiritual intensity of the subcontinent, while his observations in America offer a biting critique of emerging consumer culture. 'Jesting Pilate an Intellectual Holiday' remains a profound exploration of the human condition, offering a fascinating look at the global landscape of the early 20th century through the eyes of one of its most brilliant minds.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Jesting Pilate an Intellectual Holiday' is a sophisticated and insightful travelogue penned by the acclaimed novelist and philosopher Aldous Huxley. This work documents his extensive journey through India, Burma, Malaya, and North America during the mid-1920s, providing a unique perspective on the world during a period of significant transition. Far from a conventional travel guide, the book is a collection of sharp social observations, vivid descriptions, and deep philosophical reflections on the civilizations and cultures Huxley encounters.The narrative explores the complexities of human society, the clash between ancient traditions and modern industrialization, and the varying manifestations of faith and governance. Huxley's prose is marked by its characteristic wit and intellectual curiosity, inviting readers to look beyond the surface of the landscapes he visits. In India, he grapples with the sensory and spiritual intensity of the subcontinent, while his observations in America offer a biting critique of emerging consumer culture. 'Jesting Pilate an Intellectual Holiday' remains a profound exploration of the human condition, offering a fascinating look at the global landscape of the early 20th century through the eyes of one of its most brilliant minds.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. …

Zustand: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

First Edition. First U.S. edition and first printing. Hardcover. 326 pages. A travelogue from the author of "The Doors of Perception," "Brave New World" and numerous other books. A clean and tight near fine copy in paper covered boards with a cloth spine. No dust jacket. Uncommon.

Zustand: New. Num Pages: 326 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 593. . 1974. Illustrated. hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 350 pages. 8.50x5.50x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 350 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. Early American reprint. Maroon cloth and printed paper label. Near fine in modestly worn very good or better dust jacket with rubbing and shallow chipping at the spine ends.