Vintage Paperback Book – The Doors of Perception Aldous Huxley 1970 Perennial Library

Overview

A vintage Perennial Library paperback edition of The Doors of Perception by Aldous Huxley. First published in 1954, this influential philosophical work explores consciousness, perception, mysticism, and Huxley's experiences with mescaline. A landmark of twentieth-century literature that became highly influential within the counterculture movement and remains a cornerstone of psychology, philosophy, and psychedelic studies.

Condition

Good vintage condition with noticeable shelf wear, edge wear, cover creasing, and yellowing consistent with age and use. Binding remains intact and pages are clean and complete. Original owner's name is written in blue ink on the top right corner of the cover page. Please review all photos carefully for the best representation of condition.

Measurements

Height: Approximately 6.75"
Width: Approximately 4.25"

Material

Paper

Origin

Printed in the USA
First Perennial Library Edition, 1970

Styling Notes

A must-have for collectors of philosophy, psychology, counterculture literature, and vintage paperbacks. The striking surrealist cover art also makes this an eye-catching display piece for a curated bookshelf.

Additional Notes

This is the First Perennial Library Edition (1970) of Aldous Huxley's influential classic, featuring the William Blake quotation that inspired both the book's title and later the name of the rock band The Doors.

A unique find and purr-fectly peculiar.