Intentions
Enriched edition. Exploring the Aestheticism Movement: Essays on Art, Society, and CreativityBy Oscar Wilde
Length6h 13m
About this audiobook
Oscar Wilde's "Intentions" is a compelling collection of essays that explores the interplay between art and ethics, the nature of beauty, and the role of the artist in society. Written in Wilde's signature epigrammatic style, the text deftly melds philosophical inquiry with wit and insightful observations, reflecting the decadence of the late Victorian period. Wilde critiques traditional morality while advocating for the pursuit of aestheticism, skillfully navigating the complexities of human desire and artistic expression, ultimately challenging the reader to reconsider established norms. Wilde, renowned for his flamboyant personality and pioneering literary voice, was significantly influenced by the societal constraints of his time. His own experiences, particularly in the realms of sexuality and artistic freedom, permeate the essays, offering profound insight into the tensions of a society grappling with modernity. The intellectual milieu of the fin-de-siècle, marked by burgeoning debates on sexuality, existence, and the role of art, provided fertile ground for Wilde's provocative ideas and reflections. "Intentions" is not merely a collection of essays; it is a profound invitation to engage with Wilde's thoughts on art, identity, and social critique. Recommended for scholars, students, and lovers of literature alike, this work remains an essential read for those seeking to understand the intricate relationship between creativity and morality in the modern world.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics
Length6 hrs 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
8PEN, PENCIL AND POISON A STUDY IN GREEN
2Introduction
9THE CRITIC AS ARTIST WITH SOME REMARKS UPON THE IMPORTANCE OF DISCUSSING EVERYTHING (pt. 1)
3Historical Context
10THE CRITIC AS ARTIST WITH SOME REMARKS UPON THE IMPORTANCE OF DISCUSSING EVERYTHING (pt. 2)
4Author Biography
11Analysis
5Synopsis (Selection)
12Reflection
Show all chaptersShow less
6Intentions
13Memorable Quotes
7THE DECAY OF LYING: AN OBSERVATION
Tres CuentosOscar Wilde1h 7m$7 · $0.00
Paradoja y genioOscar Wilde54m$9 · $0.00
Der Sozialismus und die Seele des MenschenOscar Wilde1h 43m$1 · $0.00
Het portret van Dorian GrayOscar Wilde7h 24m$2 · $0.00
Colección integral de Oscar WildeOscar Wilde25h 29m$1 · $0.00
The Great Fairy Tales - Oscar Wilde Edition (Illustrated)Oscar Wilde6h 7m$1 · $0.00
The Poetry of Oscar WildeOscar Wilde5h 55m$2 · $0.00
Individualisme en socialismeOscar Wilde3h 12m$2 · $0.00
De profundisOscar Wilde2h 16m$2 · $0.00
The Happy Prince, and Other TalesOscar Wilde2h 33m$1 · $0.00
Lord Arthur Savile's Crime; The Portrait of Mr. W.H., and Other StoriesOscar Wilde2h 31m$2 · $0.00
Oscar Wilde: Die ErzählungenOscar Wilde13h 55m$1 · $0.00
SaloméOscar Wilde2h 13m$2 · $0.00
The Happy Prince and Other TalesOscar Wilde2h 43m$1 · $0.00
Poems, with The Ballad of Reading GaolOscar Wilde2h 55m$2 · $0.00
The Oldest Gay NovelsOscar Wilde, Bayard Taylor, Virginia Woolf, Lucas Malet, Robert Hichens, Henry Blake Fuller, Radclyffe Hall, Jack Saul, Sheridan Le Fanu, Theodore Winthrop, Harlan Cozad McIntosh119h 45m$2 · $0.00
De profundisOscar Wilde4h 48m$1 · $0.00
El retrato de Dorian GrayOscar Wilde9h 2m$1 · $0.00
The Picture of Dorian Gray (Annotated)Oscar Wilde$2 · $0.00
The Bark Canoes and Skin Boats of North America (Annotated)Howard Irving Chapelle, Tappan Adney13h 10m$2 · $0.00
A TALE OF TWO CITIES (Illustrated) (Annotated)Charles Dickens1h 8m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works: Charlotte, Emily, Anne, Patrick & Branwell BrontëCharlotte Brontë, Anne Brontë, Emily Brontë138h 12m$1 · $0.00
L. M. Montgomery – Premium Collection: Novels, Short Stories, Poetry & MemoirsLucy Maud Montgomery155h 1m$2 · $0.00
MARK TWAIN: 12 Novels, 195 Short Stories, Autobiography, 10 Travel Books, 160+ Essays & Speeches (Illustrated)Mark Twain415h 9m5 (2)$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of William ShakespeareWilliam Shakespeare89h 26m$3.50 · $0.00
The Great Gatsby: Original 1925 Edition (An F. Scott Fitzgerald Classic NovelFrancis Scott Fitzgerald4h 45m$18 · $0.00
The Brontë Sisters: The Complete Novels (Unabridged) (Annotated)Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Anne Brontë120h 3m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of TolstoyLeo Tolstoy412h 44m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Louisa May Alcott (Annotated)Louisa May Alcott226h 24m$2 · $0.00
The Fire Next TimeJames Baldwin2h 25m$15
The Complete Works of Oscar WildeOscar Wilde80h 38m$1 · $0.00
The Count of Monte Cristo (With Original Illustrations)Alexandre Dumas54h$1 · $0.00
The Complete Books of F. Scott Fitzgerald (all his 5 novels + all 4 short story collections published during his lifetime)F. Scott Fitzgerald87h 43m$1 · $0.00
Braving the TruthRachel Held Evans11h 31m$29 · $0.00
Richard Wagamese SelectedRichard Wagamese3h 14m$15
Henry V (The Play, Historical Background and Analysis of the Character in the Play)William Shakespeare, William Hazlitt8h 40m$1 · $0.00
Pathways to LightPrakash Amte7h 6m$8
The Holy BibleKing James99h 50m$12 · $0.00
The Greatest Works of Jules VerneJules Verne246h 57m$2 · $0.00
You may also like
Confessions of a CaricaturistOliver Herford52m$2 · $0.00
The DefendantG. K. Chesterton2h 54m$2.30
HereticsG. K. Chesterton7h 51m$2 · $0.00
Varied TypesG. K. Chesterton4h 12m$2.30
Twelve TypesG. K. Chesterton3h 11m$2.30
The Sardonic ArmMaxwell Bodenheim36m$2 · $0.00
Sartor Resartus The Life and Opinions of Herr TeufelsdröckhThomas Carlyle8h 55m$2.30
David Strauss: The Confessor and the WriterFriedrich Nietzsche4h 5m$1 · $0.00
H. L. Mencken - Premium CollectionGeorge Jean Nathan, H. L. Mencken51h 5m$2 · $0.00
Beyond Good and EvilFriedrich Nietzsche8h 23m$1 · $0.00
The American Language: Development of English in the United StatesH. L. Mencken18h 31m$2 · $0.00
The Collected Essays of Virginia WoolfVirginia Woolf9h 10m$1 · $0.00
The Note-Books of Samuel ButlerSamuel Butler16h 53m$1 · $0.00
The Essential Works of Friedrich NietzscheFriedrich Nietzsche93h 20m$2 · $0.00
H. L. Mencken - Premium CollectionH. L. Mencken, George Jean Nathan51h 5m$2 · $0.00
A drunk man looks at the thistleHugh MacDiarmid3h 9m$1 · $0.00
The Professor at the Breakfast-TableOliver Wendell Holmes7h 38m$2 · $0.00
The Great American NovelWilliam Carlos Williams3h 15m$15
The Collected Works of Friedrich NietzscheFriedrich Nietzsche93h 22m$1 · $0.00
An Edinburgh Eleven: Pencil Portraits from College LifeJ. M. Barrie3h 8m$2 · $0.00