Henry Miller and Lawrence Durrell in 1962
Henry Miller and Lawrence Durrell in 1962

Welcome to Henry Miller, American Author, a site dedicated to the writing and art of one of America's most controversial artists. It is difficult to remain neutral about Henry Miller (1891-1980). With respect to his life or his writing, one is sure to find ardent supporters and vociferous critics. What is strange then, is the relative lack of critical discussion surrounding the large body of his writing, particularly in the prevailing culture which fetes the Beats so heartily. However, Miller is far from obscure; his influence on twentieth century art, literature and popular culture is extensive, especially in Europe.

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Houses and Angels (1948)
Quotation

Most of us imagine that we are travelling in a straight line, whereas the truth is that we are moving in circles. We change direction almost without thinking. Headed for Mexico, we land in China. (And like as not, without the slightest loss of face.) The ambitious ones set out to storm the world, only to end up like so many dead leaves scattered by the wind. "Draconian Postscript"
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