Intentions (eBook)

Oscar Wilde (Autor)

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2022
217 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654704552-6 (EAN)

Infos

In "Intentions," Oscar Wilde presents a collection of essays that delve into aesthetics, ethics, and the role of the artist in society, exemplifying his characteristic wit and aphoristic brilliance. Written in a lush, engaging literary style, Wilde explores the idea of art for art's sake, arguing against the moralizing tendencies of his contemporaries. The essays provide a critical reflection on the interplay between beauty, truth, and morality, situated within the broader context of the late Victorian era's cultural clash between rigid moral standards and burgeoning artistic freedom. Oscar Wilde, a leading figure in the Aesthetic Movement, was profoundly influenced by his own experiences navigating the complexities of societal norms and artistic expression. His stand against conventional morality was both personal and philosophical, shaped by his education at Trinity College and his time in Paris, where he encountered diverse artistic movements. "Intentions" serves as a manifesto for his beliefs, revealing his commitment to individuality and the importance of aesthetic pursuits. This thought-provoking collection is essential reading for anyone interested in literary criticism, aesthetic philosophy, or the evolution of modern thought. Wilde's incisive essays challenge readers to reflect on the relationship between art and society, making it a timeless contribution to the discourse on artistic identity and purpose.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 2.6.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik
• Schlagworte: 1794-1847 • 19th century culture • aestheticism and individualism • Aesthetic Movement • aesthetic philosophy discussions • Art Critics • Art for art's sake • artistic role exploration • Artistic theory • authorship • Cultural commentary essays • decadent literary movement • deconstruction of sincerity • Drama • English • English Drama • English literature • Great Britain • intellectual essays • intellectual Victorian texts • Literary criticism • Oscar Wilde philosophy • Poisoners • Social commentary • societal norms challenge • Thomas Griffiths • Victorian art criticism • Victorian society • Wainewright • Wilde's witty essays