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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

Point Counter Point

by Aldous Huxley
Aggregate Editorial Score35/100
Publishers Weekly
Published 1642English
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About This Book

Point Counter Point by Aldous Huxley is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1642. Point Counter Point (1642) establishes Aldous Huxley as a significant voice in literary fiction, weaving together themes of identity, memory, and transformation.

Book Details

AuthorAldous Huxley
Published1642
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score35/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Editorial Assessment

Aldous Huxley published Point Counter Point in 1642, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of literary fiction from United Kingdom. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation. With an editorial score of 35/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. The appeal of Point Counter Point lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Aldous Huxley's role in the literature of United Kingdom is well established. Point Counter Point can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Publishers Weekly
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About the Author
Aldous Huxley
United Kingdom
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Aldous Huxley is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of science fiction.

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Point Counter Point by Aldous Huxley is a celebrated work of literary fiction published in 1642. It is widely regarded as an important contribution to its genre, exploring themes that resonate with readers across generations.

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Point Counter Point was written by Aldous Huxley, first published in 1642. Aldous Huxley is recognized as a significant author in the field of literary fiction.

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Point Counter Point was first published in 1642. It has since become a well-regarded work in the literary fiction genre, read by audiences around the world.

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Point Counter Point is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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