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Paul What a bizarre question. No, of course it isn't. It's a classic, thought provoking, story that is loved by millions. It's the most boring thing ever w…moreWhat a bizarre question. No, of course it isn't. It's a classic, thought provoking, story that is loved by millions. It's the most boring thing ever written. (less)

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Great introduction by Christopher Hitchens. A few months ago I took to reading Brave New World Revisited which struck a deeper cord within me. I am interested in reading more of Huxley or if anyone has suggestions to books similar?

Liam Murray My copy of the book recommends "Island" (which it describes as a utopian version of "Brave New World") and "The Doors of Perception," which covers Hux…moreMy copy of the book recommends "Island" (which it describes as a utopian version of "Brave New World") and "The Doors of Perception," which covers Huxley's experiences with mescaline.

I would've recommended "1984" and "The Giver," though it looks like you already read those.(less)

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Do you really believe there could be a world and a society where humans don't have any urge to go forward or any need for furrther development? I think he was right about everything, except for this. I can't imagine a world where I do not wish...

Paul Well considering most historical societies have been like that, yes I can. The concept of progression and development was one quite unique to Greek ci…moreWell considering most historical societies have been like that, yes I can. The concept of progression and development was one quite unique to Greek civilization in the ancient world, and is quite a new re-invention at the enlightenment.

The vast majority of societies for the vast majority of time haven't had this push for development. They have generally reached a fairly comfortable level of existence, and remained satisfied with it. The concept of progress is so deeply ingrained in post-enlightenment Western culture that we now cannot conceive that this is the exception to the historical norm.

Of course whether the genie could ever be put back into the bottle is another matter entirely.(less)

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