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Aldous Huxley’s Dystopian Vision and Donald Trump’s Brave New World
A graffiti portrait of Aldous Huxley, author of Brave New World. Thierry Ehrmann/Flickr, CC BY A year-and-a-half into the presidency of Donald Trump, some see this administration as the stuff of dystopian nightmares. Trump’s apparent disrespect for truth is suspiciously similar to the manipulation of history in George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-four.
Guide to the classics: Donald Trump’s Brave New World and Aldous Huxley’s dystopian vision
In our series, Guide to the classics, experts explain key works of literature. A year-and-a-half into the presidency of Donald Trump, some see this administration as the stuff of dystopian nightmares. Trump’s apparent disrespect for truth is suspiciously similar to the manipulation of history in George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-four. The crass, three-ring-circus texture of the current crowd in Washington recalls the degraded America depicted in Mike Judge’s 2006 cinematic farce Idiocracy.
Silverstone Classic
Now firmly re-established as one of the biggest and best historic racing festivals, the Silverstone Classic provided plenty of interest over the weekend of July 20-22. The event boasted a 1000-car entry list, made possible by using both sets of pits and paddocks on the full British Grand Prix circuit. Sponsored for the first time by the Automobile Association (AA) a 24-race program was brought together along with a huge gathering of classic car clubs and a wide range of attractions.
Masters Classic Donington
Donington Park, Derby, UK May 9–10, 2009 No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started
Goodwood Revival
Chichester, England September 16–18 Sir Stirling Moss’s driving style was as smooth as ever in this Ferrari 250 SWB. Photo: Keith Booker No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started
Goodwood, Festival of Speed
Chichester, England June 24-26, 2005 Mick Darcy worked his Austin Healey 3000 hard on the Forest Rally Stage. Photo: Peter Collins No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started
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