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Brief Candles” by Aldous Huxley! This isn’t just a collection of short stories; it’s a vibrant tapestry woven with the threads of human experience, social commentary, and Huxley’s signature wit. While his dystopian masterpiece, “Brave New World,” may come to mind first, “Brief Candles” offers a fascinating glimpse into other facets of his literary prowess.
The collection takes its title from a line in Shakespeare’s Macbeth: “Out, out, brief candle! Life’s but a walking shadow, a poor player that struts and frets his hour upon the stage and then is heard no more.” This quote beautifully encapsulates the thematic resonance of the stories, each grappling with mortality, the fleeting nature of existence, and the complexities of human relationships.
Huxley doesn’t confine himself to a linear narrative. Instead, he adopts a diverse approach, featuring three short stories and a novella, each exploring different themes and settings.
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