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Crome Yellow

Crome Yellow

By: Aldous Huxley
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 Step into the world of Crome Yellow, Aldous Huxleys debut novel published in 1921, where the author cleverly satirizes the trends and whims of his era. Set against the backdrop of an extravagant house party at the estate of ‘Crome,’ we meet a vibrant cast of characters, known as the bright young things. Through the eyes of Henry Wimbush, the houses owner and self-proclaimed historian, we explore the rich history of the estate, while prophecies of apocalypse loom, innocence is lost, and profound aphorisms emerge in a state of reverie. Our protagonist, Denis, grapples with the complexities of love and seeks to immortalize his experiences in poetry, only to find himself disillusioned. Huxley, born in 1894, began his literary journey with poetry and short stories in his early twenties, and Crome Yellow marked the beginning of his illustrious career. (Summary by Martin Clifton)Copyright Kids Stories and Comedy Art Literary History & Criticism Social Sciences
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  • 30 - Crome Yellow - Chapter 30 by Aldous Huxley

    30 - Crome Yellow - Chapter 30 by Aldous Huxley
    Nov 30 2025
    Step into the world of Crome Yellow, Aldous Huxleys debut novel published in 1921, where the author cleverly satirizes the trends and whims of his era. Set against the backdrop of an extravagant house party at the estate of ‘Crome,’ we meet a vibrant cast of characters, known as the bright young things. Through the eyes of Henry Wimbush, the houses owner and self-proclaimed historian, we explore the rich history of the estate, while prophecies of apocalypse loom, innocence is lost, and profound aphorisms emerge in a state of reverie. Our protagonist, Denis, grapples with the complexities of love and seeks to immortalize his experiences in poetry, only to find himself disillusioned. Huxley, born in 1894, began his literary journey with poetry and short stories in his early twenties, and Crome Yellow marked the beginning of his illustrious career. (Summary by Martin Clifton)
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    9 mins
  • 29 - Crome Yellow - Chapter 29 by Aldous Huxley

    29 - Crome Yellow - Chapter 29 by Aldous Huxley
    Nov 29 2025
    Step into the world of Crome Yellow, Aldous Huxleys debut novel published in 1921, where the author cleverly satirizes the trends and whims of his era. Set against the backdrop of an extravagant house party at the estate of ‘Crome,’ we meet a vibrant cast of characters, known as the bright young things. Through the eyes of Henry Wimbush, the houses owner and self-proclaimed historian, we explore the rich history of the estate, while prophecies of apocalypse loom, innocence is lost, and profound aphorisms emerge in a state of reverie. Our protagonist, Denis, grapples with the complexities of love and seeks to immortalize his experiences in poetry, only to find himself disillusioned. Huxley, born in 1894, began his literary journey with poetry and short stories in his early twenties, and Crome Yellow marked the beginning of his illustrious career. (Summary by Martin Clifton)
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    11 mins
  • 28 - Crome Yellow - Chapter 28 by Aldous Huxley

    28 - Crome Yellow - Chapter 28 by Aldous Huxley
    Nov 28 2025
    Step into the world of Crome Yellow, Aldous Huxleys debut novel published in 1921, where the author cleverly satirizes the trends and whims of his era. Set against the backdrop of an extravagant house party at the estate of ‘Crome,’ we meet a vibrant cast of characters, known as the bright young things. Through the eyes of Henry Wimbush, the houses owner and self-proclaimed historian, we explore the rich history of the estate, while prophecies of apocalypse loom, innocence is lost, and profound aphorisms emerge in a state of reverie. Our protagonist, Denis, grapples with the complexities of love and seeks to immortalize his experiences in poetry, only to find himself disillusioned. Huxley, born in 1894, began his literary journey with poetry and short stories in his early twenties, and Crome Yellow marked the beginning of his illustrious career. (Summary by Martin Clifton)
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    10 mins
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