Heaven and Hell: Appendix 3 Summary and Analysis

Huxley turns to modern forms of art such as fireworks and theatrical spectacles. All of these modern art forms depend on technology. Huxley begins by discussing pyrotechnics as part of history where it was used in the military first and then for fireworks later. As the art of fireworks became more developed, it also became more capable of transporting people to visionary states. In regard to pageantry as a visionary art, Huxley notes that it has been used as a political tool for centuries. The message was that royalty and political officials were heroes and should be worshiped and praised. Just like fireworks, pageantry has progressed over the years and with technological advances. In theater, there is both human drama and visionary spectacles as art forms. In the past, costumes and jewelry helped to develop...