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Oscar Wilde
ISBN 9780241746738
Rs. 478
Penguin Classics
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Who it's for: Readers interested in Oscar Wilde, aesthetics, and literary criticism
90 classic titles celebrating 90 years of Penguin Books 'All art,' Oscar Wilde once announced, 'is quite useless.' Selected here are some of his finest prose works on the subject of art - useless, illuminating, artificial, uplifting, radical, gorgeous, boring, sublime - and his most brilliant aphorisms on the creative life. Whether lamenting the crass urge to hold art to realist or natural standards or arguing against morality as a guiding principle, Wilde defends the artist while delighting the audience.
Highlights
- Collects Wilde's finest prose on art and creativity
- Includes his most brilliant aphorisms on the creative life
- Part of Penguin's 90th anniversary celebration of 90 classic titles
- Features Wilde's defense of the artist against realist and moralistic standards
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Questions about this book
What is this book about?
It is a collection of Oscar Wilde's prose works and aphorisms on the subject of art, exploring themes like the uselessness of art, the rejection of realism, and the independence of art from morality.
Is this a new edition?
It is part of Penguin Classics' 90th anniversary series, which celebrates 90 classic titles.
What kind of writing is included?
The book includes essays and aphorisms, showcasing Wilde's wit and critical views on art and creativity.
Who would enjoy this book?
Fans of Oscar Wilde, students of literature, and anyone interested in aesthetic theory and the role of art in society.