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The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell

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Philosophy Non-Fiction Psychology Classics Religion & Spirituality

by Aldous Huxley

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3.96 (24.2K ratings)
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description 187 pages

The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell by Aldous Huxley holds a well received rating of 3.96 out of 5, based on 24.2K reader ratings. First published in 1956. The book spans 187 pages.

About The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell

As only he can, Aldous Huxley explores the mind's remote frontiers and the unmapped areas of human consciousness. These two astounding essays are among the most profound studies of the effects of mind-expanding drugs written in this century. Contains the complete texts of
The Doors of Perception
and
Heaven and Hell
, both of which became essential for the counterculture during the 1960s and influenced a generation's perception of life.

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Author Aldous Huxley
Published 1956
Pages 187
Genres Philosophy, Non-Fiction, Psychology, Classics, Religion & Spirituality
Average Rating 3.96 / 5.00
Total Ratings 24,213

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With a rating of 3.96, The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.00, it performs on par.

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The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell is categorized as Philosophy, Non-Fiction, Psychology, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

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Based on 24.2K reader ratings, The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell has an average score of 3.96 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

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The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell has 187 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell?

The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell was written by Aldous Huxley. It was first published in 1956.

What is the ISBN for The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell?

The ISBN-13 for The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell is 9780060595180.0.

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