Aldous Collection

Survivors of the Battle of Balaklava, 1875
Series of engraved portraits showing the surviving British participants of the Charge of the Light Brigade of the Battle of Balaclave, Crimean War, pictured in 1875

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Whos making the Brave New World
The Caption verse is Whos making the Brave New World - lets see - Whos making the Brave New World? You-and-Me! This is a reference to Aldous Huxleys dystopian novel Brave New World - a world that you

Aldous Leonard Huxley (1894-1963), English essayist and novelist, 1927. Huxley is best remembered for Brave New World, his work of science fiction describing life in a technologically advanced

Aldous and Maria Huxley
The English author, Aldous Huxley with his wife, Maria. Date: 1930

ALDOUS HUXLEY (1894-1963). English novelist and critic. Photograph, 1960

Aldous Leonard Huxley
ALDOUS LEONARD HUXLEY English Man of Letters. Seen here in 1931. Date: 1894 - 1963

NEW YORK: ARREST, 1968. Two college students covering their faces at the police station, after they were arrested for narcotics. Photograph by Herman Hilly, 1968

Thomas, Henry Huxley (1825-1895) aged 64. British biologist, supporter of Darwin and evolution. Grandfather of Julian and Aldous Huxley. From a photograph published London, 1890-1894

Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-1895) British biologist, supporter of Darwin and evolution. Grandfather of Julian and Aldous Huxley. From The Popular Science Review, London, April 1866. Woodburytype

Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-1895) Engllish biologist, supporter of Darwin and evolution. Grandfather of Julian and Aldous Huxley. Photolithograph

ALDOUS HUXLEY (1894-1963). English writer

ALDO MANNUCCI (1449-1515). Italian scholar, editor, and printer. Steel engraving, Italian, 1820

The Albany, London
The former Albany House, off Piccadilly, is converted into 69 chambers originally meant for bachelors : residents have included Aldous Huxley, Edith Evans and Graham Greene

Aldous Huxley / Cig Card
ALDOUS LEONARD HUXLEY English novelist and critic

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"Aldous: A Legacy of Bravery, Creativity, and Evolution" From the survivors of the Battle of Balaklava in 1875 to the comic postcards during World War II, Aldous Huxley's influence has spanned generations. Born in 1894, this English essayist and novelist made a significant impact on literature and society. In 1927, Aldous Leonard Huxley emerged as a prominent figure with his thought-provoking works. His ideas challenged societal norms and questioned the concept of a "Brave New World. " Through his writings, he explored themes that continue to resonate today, not only known for his literary contributions but also for his personal life. With Maria Huxley by his side, their partnership exemplified love and support throughout their journey together. His brilliance extended beyond writing; Aldous delved into architecture as well. The page from "The Architects Compendium" showcases his diverse interests and talents. Captured in a photograph from 1960, we see Aldous Huxley - an English novelist and critic who left an indelible mark on the world. His intellectual prowess continues to inspire readers even after his passing in 1963. However, it wasn't just through words or images that Aldous made an impact; he stood up against injustice too. In 1968 New York City arrest photo shows two college students covering their faces at a police station – symbolizing resistance against oppressive systems. Aldous' legacy is not limited to himself alone; it extends back through time to Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-1895). As a British biologist supporting Darwin's theory of evolution, Thomas played a crucial role in shaping scientific understanding during that era. Through multiple mentions of Thomas Henry Huxley as both an English biologist and supporter of Darwinian evolution across different captions highlights how important these ideas were to the Huxley family.