02238cam a22003133u 4500 774 UtSlPG 20260610133036.0 m cr n 260607r1997||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900 Essays and Lectures Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1997 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1997-01-01 The rise of historical criticism -- The English renaissance of art -- House decoration -- Art and the handicraftsman -- Lecture to art students -- London models -- Poems in prose. Transcribed from the 1913 Methuen and Co edition by David Price "Essays and Lectures" by Oscar Wilde is a collection of critical essays and public lectures that was likely written during the late 19th century. The work reflects Wilde's sharp wit and keen observations on a variety of topics, including art, criticism, and societal norms. The opening portion introduces his essay titled "The Rise of Historical Criticism," outlining the evolution of criticism as a reaction to authority and the development of democracy, philosophy, and science in thought. The opening of the collection discusses the nature and significance of historical criticism, emphasizing its connection to freedom of thought and the progression of society. Wilde argues that historical criticism is integral to understanding literature and culture, positioning it as a methodological approach that challenges traditional narratives. He explores various cultures, particularly focusing on the Greeks as pioneers of this critical spirit. The essay sets the stage for Wilde's broader examination of intellectual history and its implications for understanding human progress and artistic expression throughout the ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Essays https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/774 42893 42893